The year was 2013 when the magician's trick went off without a hitch. "Now You See Me," directed by Ruben Thompseryan, introduced audiences to The Four Horsemen - a group of street magicians who rob banks and defy the authorities, all while leaving behind a trail of mystique and awe. Three years later, the Horsemen are back, this time with more tricks up their sleeves and a new adversary to outsmart. Welcome to "Now You See Me 2."
In the film’s closing scene, the Horsemen clear Bradley’s name, and Bradley—for the first time—smiles and says, "You’ve earned my silence." It’s a beautiful subversion: the skeptic becomes an ally. now.you.see.me.2
"Now You See Me 2" is an entertaining, if not particularly original, sequel that delivers on its promise of magic, action, and comedy. While it may not be as strong as the first film, it is still a fun and engaging movie that is sure to appeal to fans of the franchise. The year was 2013 when the magician's trick
It is loud, impossible, and gloriously stupid in the best way possible. It is a film that believes in the power of "yes, and..." It believes that if you are going to fake a magic trick for a movie camera, you might as well fake the laws of thermodynamics while you are at it. Welcome to "Now You See Me 2
Reviews are mixed, often highlighting the film’s "razzle-dazzle" over its plot:
If you saw the first film, you’ll see the “big reveal” coming from a mile away. The movie leans too hard on family secrets and not hard enough on clever misdirection.
2016 Director: Jon M. Chu Starring: Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco, Lizzy Caplan, Mark Ruffalo, Daniel Radcliffe