“Horrible Bosses” was a well earned surprise back in 2010, taking in a nice sum at the box office, having long legs – and well it doesn’t hurt that it was actually, funny. Partially, the film relied heavily on the three stars remarkable chemistry, which was redundant. That is what likely propelled the film above normal prospects. One thing certainly has lead to another, and here I am writing a review to the sequel “Horrible Bosses 2”

First off, I was a fan of the ladder – not that it strayed too far from the source material, it just reaches farther than it’s grasp. The original had good laughs consistently, and while this sequel can’t quite match the comedic timing or presence (likely because Kevin Spacey has been reduced to a cameo, and there is no slime ball Colin Farrell to snicker at). However, the writers certainly knew how to take matter over mind, crafting a much more intriguing plot, and progressing the film more vehemently.

Marketing their own upcoming invention the “Shower Buddy” Nick, Dale, and Kurt have all stepped away from being low life employees who never got any respect, however they come to find out that capitalism is a meager ploy to begin with. As the trio fall mercilessly to a crook father and son investing team Christoph Waltz and Chris Pine – whose startup cash they needed. This in turns sets up a staged kidnapping attempt, which hopefully will ensure the future of the gangs franchise.

Speaking from a viewing standpoint, Jennifer Aniston is just as sexed up as she has always been (perhaps even more) whose wild antics up that of the original. While Sudeikis, Bateman, and Day are clever and flamboyant as well. Don’t worry – Jamie Foxx is back in full force as well – playing the money making MF Jones, which we come to realize he hasn’t changed one bit. Then there is the playboy Chris Pine delivering his lines with subtle ease, and his slouchy father Academy Award winner Christoph Waltz, whom ideally takes a back seat to all the commotion.

Charlie Day is truly the actor that does it for me here – much like the first one, his canny and unpredictable attitude is seemingly potent, and gut busting. And even though this delightful sequel is not as engaging or funny as it’s predecessor, it still shows that comedy sequels can be somewhat entertaining. Including a fast paced climactic car chase – that is well worth the price of admission.

B    

Directed By: Sean Anders

Rated: R

Runtime: 108 mins

Release Date: November 26th 2014

Studio: Warner Bros.

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