In the end, one left the theater feeling that the movie had been 'about' the old sight gags. As a result, the plot felt forced, as if it had been the best way the writers could think of to showcase all the source material. The first had to spend much of its time introducing the Family-and, just as importantly, paying (totally justified) homage to Charles Addams' brilliant cartoons and to the old television series. Paul Rudnick clearly had a field day writing this screenplay.Īs odd as it may seem, this sequel is in many ways superior to its predecessor. Tim Burton has done a terrific job here of both updating and continuing the adventures of our favorite spooky family and I'm really looking forward to season 2.One of my favorite films. There are also some surprises in the cast that I haven't mentioned. Along with Lurch, Pugsley and Uncle Fester. There's just no replacing him so sidestepping that issue was the best thing they could do. This is a smart move because when it comes to the late, great Raul Julia. Rather than compete with the beautiful Angelica Houston, Catherine Zeta Jones brings her own interpretation to Morticia while Luis Guzman brings to life the Gomez Addams as he appeared in the original New Yorker Cartoons. Her dead pan, sarcastic delivery is spot on but there's a sweetness to get poison tongue.

Following Christina Ricci's iconic performance is a tall order for anyone but Jenna Ortega knocks it out of the park with her portrayal of the titles title character. I can tell you it doesn't disappoint and, in fact, delivers on all fronts. Being a huge Addams fan (owning the books by Chas Addams, the tv series, the movies and, yes, even the cartoons) I've been looking forward to this new iteration since it was announced a year or two ago.

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