From the start, the long-awaited Incredibles sequel demonstrates a real sense of control, storytelling and thought. Yet another blunt meditation on family, parenthood, gender and relationships, this film sticks very closely to what made the first outing so beloved: effective characters, recognisable family situations and the superb retro stylings, the latter demonstrated in the gorgeous rich mise-en-scene which also demonstrates the development of CGI animation in the intervening years. Action sequences are brisk and superbly executed, serving the story well, and the whole enterprise is underpinned by a delightful Michael Giacchino score. Whilst less dazzling than the extraordinary Coco, Incredibles 2 is a warm, assured and very entertaining movie, and the accompanying short - Bao - is yet another winner.
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