Journey 2: The Mysterious Island Review

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Cast: Josh Hutcherson, Dwayne Johnson, Vanessa Hudgens, Michael Cain, Luis Guzman
Director: Brad Peyton    Writer: Brian Gunn
Genre: Action & Adventure, Science Fiction & Fantasy  Runtime: 1 hr. 34 min.
In Theaters: Feb 10, 2012 (Wide), Feb 3, 2012 (India)

Avg Rating: 2.5/5

CNN IBN: By Rajeev Masand

Rating: 2/5

As kiddie-friendly family films go, Journey 2: The Mysterious Island is a harmless, breezy adventure that offers likeable characters and some exciting 3D set-pieces. Just don’t go in expecting more. It’s basic and predictable, but the CGI-enhanced chase sequences might appeal to the young boy in you!....Read Full Review

The Guardian: By Peter Bradshaw

Rating: 3/5

This cheerfully silly adventure about a secret island is fun enough to forgive its ludicrous central idea. Thoroughly daft and entertaining.....Read Full Review

Times of India: By Allen O’Brien

Rating: 3.5/5

You don't really try finding out as long as the dazzling visual 3D effect keeps you entertained. Fun as long as the 3D journey -- through blue waterfalls and volcanoes erupting gold -- lasts.....Read Full Review

Koimoi: By Mrigank Dhaniwala

Rating: 1.5/5

What’s Good: The strange creatures in the island, which will appeal to the kids.
What’s Bad: The simplistic storyline; the poor direction.
Verdict: Journey 2: The Mysterious Island is an average fare. It will not do much at the Indian box-office.....Read Full Review

Indian Express: By Shalini Langer

Rating: 2/5

Some 3D effects, crazy fights and narrow escapes, a bickerish father-in-law and a budding romance.It is entertaining in parts, particularly because of the easy charm of Johnson and the crusty crankiness of Caine. However, this is Hollywoodisation at its best in the name of honouring a classic......Read Full Review

DNA: By Zinnia Ray Chaudhuri

Rating: 3/5

A sequel to Journey to the Centre of the Earth, Journey 2: The Mysterious Island is all fantasy and a thoroughly entertaining movie. Do not expect any profound knowledge or life changing revelations from Journey 2… it is a fun family flick without rhyme or reason. Watch it for its excellent 3D effects.....Read Full Review

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