Review of Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment (1985) by Clem666 — 26 Dec 2021

In fact, I surprised myself by enjoying this film. Because it certainly compiles a plethora of flaws : it is often childish (less than the first movie though), a bit less than the half of jokes are mindnumbing and overwhelming, the scenario doesn't offer much more than the one of the first movie, the pace is jerky, most of the characters are totally empty shells, the acting is very average, some characters are just useless, punks are depicted in a disappointing way, etc.

But some features made me have a good time. I found Mahoney (Steve Guttenberg) attractive and convenient. His presence and acting made me remember the amazing Matthew Broderick's performance on 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986)'. Speaking of acting performances, I found Bobcat Goldthwait (playing as Zed) also incredible. They both bring to the movie a particular energy. Where the first movie was full of prejudices and ease of writing, this one goes just a bit deeper. Soundtrack is great. In contrast to the first film I found some jokes of situation comedy hit the spot. Watch it with your brain off and you will not regret it. But don't expect to laugh from beginning to the end.