This post is part of my movie-a-day challenge in which I will watch a film every day for 365 days. Today is Day 207! You can see all the posts for this challenge HERE. To see the original Movie-a-Day Challenge post, click HERE.
Hey friends!
So, I finally got around to watching “Now You See Me 2” on Netflix the other night, and guess what? It was a total blast! This flick that seriously kept my eyeballs glued to the screen. You know, the one with all the magic and mayhem that makes you feel like you’re part of a secret club. I mean, this movie is like a magic trick itself, full of twists and turns that kept me guessing until the very end.
After absolutely adoring the first film, I was biting my nails about this one. Sequels can be such a hit or miss, right? But guys, this was a blast. The Horsemen are back with their bag of tricks, and this time, they’ve got some new faces. We see Lizzy Caplan stepping in, and she’s a total breath of fresh air, adding a quirky, fun vibe that jives well with the original crew.
For those of you who haven’t seen it, it’s the sequel to the 2013 film “Now You See Me,” which followed a group of illusionists known as the Four Horsemen. This time around, they’re back with even more mind-bending tricks up their sleeves (pun intended 😉).
The plot kicks off with the Horsemen hiding out after their last big heist, but they’re soon lured back (unwillingly!) into the game by a mysterious tech genius named Walter Mabry, played by Daniel Radcliffe (yes, Harry Potter himself!). He’s not doing any magic in this film but is still kinda magical, you know? So Mabry’s got this mischievous plan to steal a chip that can control all the world’s computers. Classic big bad wolf stuff, but with a techno twist.
From there, things get seriously wild. We’re talking elaborate stage shows, secret lairs, and a whole lot of misdirection. The Horsemen find themselves in Macau, where they team up with a new member, Lula (played by the hilarious Lizzy Caplan), and face off against Mabry and his goons.
The magic scenes? Spectacular! There’s this one card-throwing scene that’s just… you gotta see it to believe it. They’re flipping cards through the air, slipping them into pockets, and all with the suave precision of a Las Vegas act. And the twists? They keep coming, like those endless handkerchiefs a magician pulls out of his sleeve.
Now, I don’t want to give too much away (spoilers, duh!), but let’s just say the twists and turns in this movie are enough to make your head spin. 🤯 There are double crosses, hidden agendas, and even a character reveal that made me gasp out loud (I won’t say who, but let’s just say it’s someone you wouldn’t expect!).
What I loved most about this movie was the sense of fun and wonder it created. The magic tricks are so creative and visually stunning, I found myself grinning like a kid in a candy store. 🍬 The cast is also fantastic, with Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, and Mark Ruffalo all bringing their A-game. And let’s not forget Morgan Freeman, who always adds a touch of gravitas to any film he’s in.
But what really got me was that the film didn’t just try to rehash the old tricks. It introduced new stunts, deepened some backstories, and yes, it was a bit over the top at times, but hey, that’s showbiz! It kept me hooked, guessing, and most importantly, entertained.
Of course, no movie is perfect. There are a few moments where the plot gets a bit convoluted, and some of the CGI effects aren’t quite up to par. But honestly, those are minor quibbles in the grand scheme of things. This movie is all about entertainment, and it delivers in spades.
So, would I recommend catching this if you haven’t yet? Absolutely. Grab the remote, maybe practice your own card tricks, and enjoy the ride – it’s a blast from start to finish. Maybe “Now You See Me 2” will even inspire you to try a few magic tricks of your own! 🪄
Catch you on the flip side! 👋
Roger