'Inside Out 2' Review: Disney has resurrected the power of cinema with inspirational feast
Contains spoilers for 'Inside Out 2'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Inside Out 2' has been released in theaters, continuing the story of teenage Riley (Kensington Tallman) as new emotions join the existing crew of Joy (Amy Poehler), Sadness (Phyllis Smith), Anger (Lewis Black), Fear (Tony Hale), and Disgust (Liza Lapira).
The Disney film explores how Riley copes with the challenges of adolescence. 'Inside Out 2' unfolds with a heartfelt narrative that, when combined with its clever humor and breathtaking visuals, continues to captivate viewers.
One of the most striking aspects of the film is its portrayal of these new emotions. Anxiety (Maya Hawke), in particular, is depicted in a way that is both relatable and hilarious.
If you were expecting purely hilarious moments, you may have to think again because the film is also filled with emotional moments. As Riley navigates the challenges of puberty, the emotions in her mind mirror her experiences.
Kensington Tallman's voice brings Riley to life in 'Inside Out 2' with impeccable performance
In 'Inside Out 2', Kensington Tallman's beautiful voice brings Riley to life with an impeccable performance.
In the original 'Inside Out', 11-year-old Riley was voiced by Kaitlyn Dias, who did justice to the role by bringing a sense of innocence and sincerity to the character. In 'Inside Out 2', Tallman's portrayal of Riley is no different as she successfully captures the essence of teenage Riley.
'Inside Out 2' revisits Riley's mind as she enters puberty, introducing new emotions and challenges. Despite growing up, Riley remains passionate about hockey and deals with different emotions.
In 'Inside Out 2', the newly introduced emotions try to suppress Riley's previous ones, leading to a transformation in her personality. As these new emotions take control, the teenage girl starts to lose herself, struggling to maintain her sense of identity.
Through her voice acting, Tallman effectively portrays the raging conflict inside Riley as she tries to navigate the challenges of adolescence.
The introduction of new emotions in the film mirrors the changes that occur during adolescence, as teenagers begin to experience a wider range of emotions and complexities in their feelings. By showing this, the film hits the right chord.
Riley, eager to attend a 3-day hockey summer camp, is devastated to learn that her two best friends won't be joining her at the same high school. This news triggers the entrance of Anxiety into her life.
Tallman captures Riley's emotions and anxiety problem beautifully, conveying the mix of feelings that come with facing such significant changes.
Stunning animation of 'Inside Out 2' creates a mesmerizing world of magical tale
'Inside Out 2' continues to mesmerize, just as its predecessor did. From the exhilarating hockey plays to the beautiful pictures of Riley's mind, the animations in 'Inside Out 2' serve as a captivating visual journey.
The animations not only make each emotion visually distinct but also help to convey their role in Riley's mind. Each emotion in 'Inside Out 2' is brought to life with its own distinct characteristics and mannerisms.
Joy, with her energetic movements and radiant glow, embodies the feeling of happiness. Sadness, with her drooping posture, dull face, and slow movements, captures the essence of sorrow.
The color palette of 'Inside Out 2' is bright and vibrant, with a prominent use of purple and blue throughout the film. A wide range of other colors are also used to convey different emotions and moods.
The use of blue color throughout 'Inside Out 2' is significant, as it is closely associated with the character of Sadness. Blue is used in the film's backgrounds and settings to convey a sense of sadness, particularly in scenes where Riley is upset about not being able to be with her friends. This helps to convey the emotions and themes of the film in a visually engaging way.
Even though it's an animated film, 'Inside Out 2' explores the complexities of emotions that arise during adolescence, presenting the various phases and elements with subtlety.
In the end, when Riley finally reunites with her friends, the audience can feel the sense of relief and happiness radiating from Riley. Addressing the challenges and realities of anxiety, especially among teenage girls, is a commendable effort. This film takes great care to show how new emotions and impulses can overwhelm a teenage girl.
Overall, it is a must-watch film for audiences of all ages. It entertains, educates, and inspires viewers who appreciate the power of cinema.