Die Götter müssen verrückt sein II

Though not as funny as the original- the refreshing beauty of the children and the determination of the father to find them make this an enjoyable movie. Plus it was nice to see all the wildlife- including the badger from hell. This time there was more chemistry between the leads- believably romantic-- and the nature- how to survive in a waterless place was accurate.

This sequel has the same innocence and joy of the first one, just not as much. It's nice, but gets a little self-conscious. Part of the joy and purity of the first one is that it hadn't looked in the mirror too much. This one - well, it's still good, it'll lighten your heart to watch it, but you'll check your watch once or twice.

The first movie moved on the premise one Coke bottle in the garden of Eden could corrupt it. (They did a totally believable job of it, too, you ought to check out the first picture.) Civilization is a little heavier handed this time.

This picture has some of that contrived feel that most sequels have. But it's still a pleasure. How often do you see real joy in a picture, family love, innocence - and lots of laughs? A slapstick cops and robbers type of plot. The kids loved it.

While "Gods...II" is not quite as hilarious as the first, it is still well worth seeing, especially for the performance of the lovely Lena Farugia. Two questions will come to mind. "Why haven't we seen her before?" and "Why haven't we seen her since?" Lena Farugia is an American born, New York trained actress living and working in South Africa, with experience as a writer and producer in television. I don't know if she did her own stunts in the movie, but if not, that was one beautiful stunt double!

This sequel is definitely not as insightful about the nature of man as the original, but there're still more than enough slapsticks, romance and family drama to make up for it.

The two children are particularly adorable, their strength comes from their innocence, without the precocity that has become the hallmark of Hollywood. Their storyline is thus the most heart-warming of all.

The two soldiers from opposing forces provide much of the slapstick of movie, and they are very good, with exceptionally funny facial expressions.

And let¡¯s not count Lena Farugia and Hans Strydom out, who play a doctor of law from New York and a zoologist on assignment ¨C their opposite-attract romance is rather stereotypical but Lena in particular is such a charming delight that I forget how much Strydom looks like Tom Selleck, instead, wonder why Lena had not since made another movie - yes, really sad :( - she could¡¯ve been a big star.

So in the end, one very funny little film, worth every penny and more to rent or buy. Keep some band-aids with you while watching, as you may get some stitches in your side.

'The Gods must be crazy 2' is another South African gem, made in a time when it wasn't influenced by politics. This was pure storytelling at its best.

Following on the huge success of 'The Gods must be crazy', Jamie Uys brings us yet another hysterically funny adventure. The film also offers stunning views of the amazing South African wildlife, with its vast open fields and desert. To a certain extent, this can also be viewed as a humoristic documentary.

The humor is based on the misadventures of several people, who - by chance - affect the others through the decisions they make. It is seriously funny, and not slapstick at all. Although by no means professional actors, the real life Bushmen N! Xau, Xiri, and Xisa deliver fantastic performances, and they're all amusing in their own right. I also thoroughly enjoyed Hans Strydom as Dr Stephen Marshall, and Lena Farugia as Dr Ann Taylor, and the chemistry between them.

Set in the Kalahari desert, the film features good cinematography, camerawork and visuals. This was fascinating. There truly never is a dull moment. The 'Gods must be crazy' movies are unique and unlike any comedy you'll ever see. It's incredible to see what Jamie Uys accomplished with these movies. This was fabulous!

Would I watch it again? Definitely!