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Spy Kids 2: Island of Lost Dreams (2002)

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Reviews Counted:127

Fresh:95

Rotten:32

Average Rating:6.6/10

Consensus: Though the concept is no longer fresh, Spy Kids 2 is still an agreeable and energetic romp.

Rated: PG [See Full Rating] for action sequences and brief rude humor

Runtime: 1 hr 40 mins

Genre: Action/Adventure

Theatrical Release:Aug 7, 2002 Wide

Box Office: $85,570,368

Synopsis: The spy kids are back in this highly inventive sequel to the original smash hit. Once again, cinematic multi-tasker Robert Rodriguez (SPY KIDS 2's director, writer, producer, director of... The spy kids are back in this highly inventive sequel to the original smash hit. Once again, cinematic multi-tasker Robert Rodriguez (SPY KIDS 2's director, writer, producer, director of photography, editor, and composer) brings his high-octane, technicolor brand of antics and special effects to the screen. This time the kids are a little older and a lot more experienced as they fight to save the world and secure their reputation as the best in town. After proving themselves as top-notch spies like their parents (Antonio Banderas and Carla Gugino) in the original SPY KIDS, Carmen and Juni Cortez (Alexa Vega and Daryl Sabara) are now at the top of the new OSS kids division. That is, until they meet a new sibling spy team, Gary and Gerti Giggles (Matthew O'Leary and Emily Osment), and their position is threatened. In a race to save the world, the rival spies travel to the Island of Lost Dreams, a world that resembles the Bermuda Triangle, which is populated by fantastical genetically altered creatures, brought to life by the resident mad scientist, Romero (Steve Buscemi). However, on the mysterious island none of the kids' high-tech James Bond-inspired gadgets work, so they must rely on their own cunning and family smarts to save the world. Viewers of all ages will enjoy this delightful sequel full of tongue-in-cheek humor, wacky creatures of all shapes and sizes, and nonstop action. [More]

Starring: Alexa Vega, Daryl Sabara, Antonio Banderas, Carla Gugino

Starring: Alexa Vega, Daryl Sabara, Antonio Banderas, Carla Gugino, Ricardo Montalban, Holland Taylor, Danny Trejo, Steve Buscemi, Matthew O'Leary, Emily Osment, Taylor Momsen, Alan Cumming, Bill Paxton, Mike Judge

Director: Robert Rodriguez

Director: Robert Rodriguez
Screenwriter: Robert Rodriguez
Producer: Robert Rodriguez
Composer: Robert Rodriguez
Studio: Dimension Films

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  • Spy Kids(TM) 2: The Island Of Lost Dreams
  • The coolest SPYkids anywhere are back for a huge new adventure! This time, Carmen and Juni are on a mission to recover a device that threatens the entire world! They enlist the skills of Mom and Dad (Carla Gugino and Antonio Banderas) -- and even their SPY grandparents (Holland Taylor and Ricardo Montalban) -- in a thrilling show of family teamwork! With even more cool gadgets, imaginative creatures, and awesome special effects ... it's a nonstop high-tech adventure for everyone!
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    Full Review Source: Deseret News, Salt Lake City | comment Comment
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    05/06/06
    Jeff Strickler
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    Minneapolis Star Tribune
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    The best example in recent memory of what happens when an independent-minded director is allowed to exercise his talents with the backing and support of a Hollywood support system.

    Full Review Source: Film Threat | comment Comment
    12/06/05
    KJ Doughton
    KJ Doughton
    Film Threat

    How fitting that the subtitle of this sequel is Island of Lost Dreams, for Rodriguez has let his vivid imagination run even more amok in waking, cinematic life.

    Full Review Source: TheMovieReport.com | comment Comment
    01/07/05
    Michael Dequina
    Michael Dequina
    TheMovieReport.com

    Rodriguez's movie, jammed with gizmos and visual effects, looks more like a bigbudget extravaganza from a Hollywood studio than a relatively modest $40 million movie.

    Full Review Source: Courier-Journal (Louisville, KY) | comment Comment
    06/25/04
    Judith Egerton
    Judith Egerton
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    Full Review Source: This is London | comment Comment
    12/15/03
    Neil Norman
    Neil Norman
    This is London

    Imaginativo e divertido, explora o talento de seus jovens protagonistas para criar um filme capaz de encantar toda a família.

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    08/21/03
    Pablo Villaca
    Pablo Villaca
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    ...just as enjoyable for adults as it is for kids...

    Full Review Source: Reel Film Reviews | comment Comment
    08/01/03
    David Nusair
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    Not quite as charming as the first one.

    Full Review Source: Window to the Movies | comment Comment
    07/14/03
    Jeffrey Chen
    Jeffrey Chen
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    The only thing we don’t know after watching Spy Kids 2 is whether Robert Rodriguez’s constantly churning brain leaves him any time to sleep at night.

    Full Review Source: State Journal-Register (Springfield, IL) | comment Comment
    06/27/03
    Nick Rogers
    Nick Rogers
    State Journal-Register (Springfield, IL)

    It's going to be a real hoot watching this duo growing up.

    Full Review Source: RTE Interactive (Dublin, Ireland) | comment Comment
    04/16/03
    Harry Guerin
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    Marrit Ingman
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    03/07/03
    Sydney Morning Herald

    ...not quite up to the originality of the first film, but its sheer exuberance is good enough to keep youngsters enthralled and most adults at least mildly entertained.

    Full Review Source: DVDTown.com | comment Comment
    02/11/03
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