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DreamWorks Animation

Kung Fu Panda 2

Kung Fu Panda · Kung Fu Panda Collection

2011 90 min PG
Critic7.9
Animation Action Adventure Comedy
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Overview

Po and his friends must stop a formidable villain with a deadly weapon from conquering China, while Po discovers the secrets of his mysterious past.
Overall 7.9

Editorial Review

By FindEdition Animation Desk

7.9 /10

Pros

  • Darker, more mature narrative with powerful emotional stakes
  • Exceptional visual style and fluid action choreography

Cons

  • Some secondary characters receive less screen time
Verdict A magnificent sequel that elevates the franchise with richer emotional depth, gorgeous art direction, and a chilling villain.

AI Review

Po confronts his inner trauma and past origins while battling Lord Shen, who plans to use a weapon to conquer all of China.

A magnificent sequel that elevates the franchise with richer emotional depth, gorgeous art direction, and a chilling villain.

An incredible masterclass in animated sequel storytelling.

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Cast

Jack Black Po
Gary Oldman Lord Shen
Dustin Hoffman Master Shifu
Angelina Jolie Tigress
Michelle Yeoh Soothsayer
Jackie Chan Monkey
Seth Rogen Mantis
Lucy Liu Viper
David Cross Crane
James Hong Mr. Ping

Characters

Po Jack Black
Lord Shen Gary Oldman
Master Shifu Dustin Hoffman
Tigress Angelina Jolie
Soothsayer Michelle Yeoh
Monkey Jackie Chan
Mantis Seth Rogen
Viper Lucy Liu
Crane David Cross
Mr. Ping James Hong

Crew

Jennifer Yuh Nelson Director
Jonathan Aibel Screenwriter
Glenn Berger Screenwriter
Hans Zimmer Music Composer
John Powell Music Composer

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Trivia

  • Jennifer Yuh Nelson became the first solo female director of a major Hollywood animated feature film.

Quotes

"Your story may not have such a happy beginning, but that doesn't make you who you are."

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The second film in the Kung Fu Panda franchise.

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For higher ratings, consider Shrek 2 (8.8/10). A similarly themed alternative is A Mosquito in the Ear.

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