The original quartet of illusionists returns after 10 years (Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Dave Franco and Isla Fisher) and they’re joined by 3 younger magicians. The plan is to steal the world’s most valuable diamond, but the elaborate heist goes on from there. The sequel was pretty terrible (I gave it 1.5 stars), but this new one is back on track. Here’s part of what I said about the original: “The tricks are cool, the look is glossy, the pace never lags and the writing keeps it tight. Just like a good illusion, it’s mostly flashy surface with minimal deep meaning (thankfully). Go expecting slick summer fun and you’ll be thoroughly entertained.” All that holds true this time. The locations add even more visual appeal, the dialogue is still snappy and director Ruben Fleischer has kept it slick. Abandon any hope of these tricks or the plot being remotely realistic and just enjoy the fun. 
(3.5 / 5)
