The Inbetweeners sequel is very much more of the same, but with a slightly stronger script than the original movie. Boasting a couple of spectacularly memorable gross-out set pieces and lots of good ideas, this time round there seems less uninteresting filler and a deliberate focus on what made the TV series work consistently: the relationship between the four lads. The easy-going relationship between the actors/characters makes it very easy to watch these amiable idiots, and the whole enterprise lacks the cynicism of the similar American Pie franchise. Emily Berrington makes a strong addition as Will's junior school friend, and it is good to see the return of ongoing characters from the first film as well as appearances from the parents and Mr Gilbert from the TV show. This unexpected and amusing further entry in the Inbetweeners canon certainly does not sully the legacy and - like the first movie - also would serve as a positive send -off unless box-office, sorry, 'pressure from the fans', dictates a third film....
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