Review of Sex and the City 2 (2010) by Buggy B — 07 Jan 2014

Well this was something. As much as I (surprisingly) loved the first movie, #2 was just plain offensive. It started off all right (except for the OTT gay wedding) we catch up with the girls and their significant others in NY; Carrie and Big are having growing (or couch/TV) pains, Charlotte is overwhelmed by her children and a braless (gorgeous) nanny, Miranda is working too much, and Samantha is going through the big M.

This was all relatable stuff, but then Samantha gets an all expense paid trip (through Smith) and they end up in UAE. Where every scene requires another outrageous costume change, they stay in adjoining 22,000 dollar a night suites, personal butlers, etc.

and its all just too, too much. And jeez the stereotyping and offensive behaviour towards middle eastern culture and travel outside America in general. It was just painful to watch. I suppose this is meant to be watched as escapism or fantasy, but still.

All in -a nothing movie that had me cringing more than laughing. I will admit Big's "sparkle" and speech at the end almost had me forgiving him for his behaviour over the years. As much as I've been a fan of the girls/the entire series and the first movie I really hope this is the end.

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