City Slickers II

You can probably tell from the review title that I absolutely loved the first film, the sentimentality occasionally got in the way, but it was funny, beautifully filmed and had adept direction and performances. I admit I was disappointed in this sequel, but there are much worse sequels out there, reading my past reviews you'll probably guess which ones I'm talking about. The film is beautiful to watch with a nice score, and the ending was great. And there were some funny moments, if not anything that I would quote like in the first. Plus the performances are good, Jack Palance makes a brief but worthwhile reprisal here, and Daniel Stern is as goofy and as charming as ever. Billy Crystal is much more reserved here though, and Jon Lovitz did irritate me. The flaws however come in mainly the basic plot structure, I know the first film had a simple story structure but this one had more so and the direction which isn't as skillful or as efficient this time around. Another problem was the pacing, while the film's length itself is fine there are times when the film does drag and badly. As I have said already there were times when I did laugh, but for me it wasn't quite enough. Overall, not an awful sequel, but it was disappointing. 5/10 Bethany Cox

While i would agree the beginning reason for their quest was motivated by greed, at the end, they realize that it was the adventure that had changed their perceptions of each other and their characters, Glen stepped in front of a bullet for his bro and finally accomplished what he set out to do, something he hasn't ever done. Phil jumped a guy at least twice, and had found himself and his own life, with out having to define it by his ex wife. Duke turned honest and gained Integrity. Mitch gained courage, i mean he was gonna suck on Phil's ass.;) He learned to trust his brother. In the end, they found a treasure greater then gold. Then they get the gold so they Win twice :D

City Slickers II: The Legend of Curly's Gold It's a pretty great movie. There is a good story line all the way through with a nice mix of comedy and life. I think Billy Crystal, Daniel Stern and Jon Lovitz are great actors and they act very well in ‘City Slickers II: The Legend of Curly's Gold'. It is the follow-up to ‘City Slickers' but what's great is you don't have to watch the first movie to understand the second, even though there are links between the two. I do think the first was a bit better than this one, but like I said; this one is still great. Thankfully it still has a happy ending, even though it looks as though it won't (woops, just spoilt it for you) so it's a nice happy family movie that will leave you feeling good. If you are planning to watch both movies, I would recommend watching the first one first, but you don't need to. If you like happy family movies certainly rent it, and if it is on TV definitely watch it.

Why isn't there a City Slickers III? The first two movies were very good and the end of City Slickers II would make you think it leaves the door open for another sequel. I think anyone who rips this movie is one of those people who is looking to rip movies because, in my opinion, this movie is pretty good! I'd really like to see Billy Crystal come back to this role with Daniel Stern and, hopefully Jack Palance. Maybe it could be a tribute to many of the Western stars by having people like Paul Newman, Robert Redford, Kirk Douglas in it. What do you think?

Is this movie Oscar worthy? No. Is it fun to watch when you've got some time to kill? Yes. City Slickers II might not have the impact and lasting impression the first one has but it's still great in its own right. It's a bit cheesier than the first but there are some genuine laughs to be had. If you're a fan of the first one you should definitely watch this one and see if you like it. Apparently some people hated it , but I think a lot of that comes from a persons expectations going into this. The first movie was touching and had some great life pointers. This one is something to watch for a good time and to see (most) of the characters you love from the first again. Only true negative I could throw out there is Bruno Kirby not returning for whatever reason. Jon Lovits is a funny addition to the team though. Give it a shot!

I personally think it's way better then the original. The writing especially is fantastic. The music is exceptional! Quick someone suck out the poison!!!

Billy Crystal is, without a doubt, one of the GREAT all around talents of show-biz. Everything he tries, he seems to strike "GOLD". Case in point: Do you know he had never ridden a horse before the first version... now watch him in this; He is a better rider than Jack Palance and how many westerns has Palance been in! This movie is just a fun project for him and it's well worth the video rental. 7 out of 10

Why anyone felt that the first (really good) movie needed a silly, stupid, lacking-in-purpose follow-up - they didn't understand the charm and story of the first one apparently. The ONLY thing that gives this movie any reason to exist is as a vehicle for Jon Lovitz's wonderfully bizzare humor. (Bruno Kirby was allergic to horses and chose not to participate, though I suspect he may have read the script before that decision...) The rest of it? Chuck it in the trash can.