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Hocus Pocus 2 is underwhelming. It's not outright painful, but it's a dull task. The comedy is tired, the boring characters are one-dimensional, conflicts are mild, the predictable plot is mostly filler, and the silly tone undermines any investment. Some might argue this is supposed to be a family film, but parents will groan and children won't care. It's great that the original trio returned to give it their all, but unfortunately, it's in service of a lifeless script. Plus, those original actresses don't even show up until half an hour into the film. Consequently, everything feels like an average Disney Channel movie with Bette Midler in a few scenes.
Technically, Hocus Pocus 2 is mediocre. Its cinematography superficially employs lighting and angles, there's a passable musical number, and the effects look okay at times (despite occasionally looking cheap). However, there aren't many other strengths to highlight. The editing lacks momentum or technique, the sound is overly wacky, and the generic direction is bland. Furthermore, while the production design has suitable costumes, there is an entire scene of overt product placement. Thus, Hocus Pocus 2 is quite tacky. Overall, some may not hate it, but most will have no desire to ever rewatch it. Therefore, Hocus Pocus 2 squanders its reunion.
Writing: 2/10
Direction: 3/10
Cinematography: 6/10
Acting: 6/10
Editing: 4/10
Sound: 5/10
Score/Soundtrack: 6/10
Production Design: 3/10
Casting: 7/10
Effects: 5/10
Overall Score: 4.7/10
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