Last night, we had our first family movie night in quite a while, and the film was "Night at the Museum 2: Battle of the Smithsonian." Before I review it, let me just say that the other members of my family said they liked this one better than the first "Night at the Museum."
"Night at the Museum 2" again stars Ben Stiller as Larry Daley. Larry has left the night watchman position at the museum and started his own company making various gadgets. Think Ron Popeil. Anyway, in his absence the museum has decided to go a different direction, and is packing up all the exhibits to be stored at the Smithsonian. Through some mischief by the Capuchin Money, Dex, Larry ends up at the Smithsonian to rescue his friends from the evil Kahmun Rah, played very well by Hank Azaria. Along with most of the crew from the original movie, Larry is also assisted by Amelia Earhart (Amy Adams).
This movie was on par with the original "Night at the Museum." We were all rolling with laughter at various points in the movie. Hank Azaria is great as the evil Kahmun Rah. He also lends his vocal talents to a couple of other characters in the movie. I also liked the addition of Amy Adams in the role of Amelia Earhart. Ben Stiller was Ben Stiller, so funny and likable. Finally, there is a great cameo by Jonah Hill of "Superbad" fame. The scene between Hill and Stiller is classic comedy.
Overall, I'd rate "Night at the Museum 2" with 4 stars, and recommend it highly for your next family movie night.
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