Sonic the Hedgehog 2
March 30, 2022 in theaters
After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr. Robotnik returns, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search for an emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations. Sonic teams up with his own sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a globe-trotting journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands.
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"The power of the chaos emeralds."
DID YOU KNOW?
The Labyrinth Zone sequence was a direct visual reference to one of the most notoriously difficult levels in the original Sega Genesis game.
THE VERDICT
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A sequel that expands the world with Tails and Knuckles and is more interested in delivering what fans of the games wanted than in deepening the character work of the first film. Idris Elba's Knuckles is a genuine addition and the comedic dynamic between the characters lands consistently. The plot is more sprawling and less focused than the original. A crowd-pleasing follow-up that delivered on its promise without exceeding it.
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