Frozen II, mini movie review

Rating: A

Frozen. I loved Frozen, the first, when it originally came out.  I gave that movie full marks as well.  But as time wore on I developed Frozen fatigue.  The movie was everywhere, especially in the parks.  It's all my nieces seemed to want to watch, and so myself and other members of the family would occasionally slip in Tangled and Lilo and Stitch as well.  (Actually, they do like Tangled.  Don't know how they really feel about Lilo and Stitch, though that's technically my favorite Disney movie. It's so well structured and so forth.)  When it was announced that Frozen was getting a sequel I had mixed feelings.  Glad for a new installment. Not excited for another Frozen wave.

Frozen II takes place a few years or so after the first, not entirely sure the time frame, but the characters are definitely older, as Olaf mentions throughout the film in cute ways.  We learn more about Elsa and Anna's childhood and parents.  We learn about the North and the magic that lies within.  And through all this Elsa hears a voice calling her into the unknown.

Without getting into spoilers, this movie is the perfect addition to the Frozen universe.  Both movies are good and strong in their own ways.  Different.  The elemental magic system introduced is really cool.  And it was nice learning more about Elsa and Anna's family.  All the characters grow in nice ways that compliments who they are as individuals.

There are more songs to be had in this new version.  Nice songs.  The music in the first installment are stronger, more standout-ish, but I enjoyed the music in this new movie as well.  They compliment the scenes they are in.

Overall I appreciate the new tone of this second movie.  Disney doesn't have the best reputation when it comes to animated sequels, the 90's are coming to mind, but this movie is a breath of fresh air.  More adventure, more mystery, but still clearly within the realm we've grown to love.  Though this is a sequel, and Entertainment is overrun with sequels, prequels, and remakes, I respect the originality and fun found in Frozen II.

Frozen II is a great family film to enjoy over this Holiday season and beyond.

MPAA: Rated PG for action/peril and some thematic elements.