Bionicle 2 - Legends of Metru Nui

Bionicle 2 - Legends of Metru Nui
by David Molina, Terry Shakespeare

Bionicle 2 - Legends of Metru Nui
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Actor: Brian Drummond, Christopher Gaze, Michael Dobson, Paul Dobson, Tabitha St. Germain
Director: David Molina, Terry Shakespeare
Brand: Buena Vista Home Video
Producer: Bob Thompson
Writer: Bob Thompson
Producer: Bobbi Swartzendruber
Producer: Charles Layton
Producer: Danica Katz
Producer: Janice Ross
Writer: Greg Klein
Writer: Henry Gilroy
Writer: Thomas Pugsley
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown), Dolby Digital 5.1; English (Original Language), Dolby Digital 5.1; French (Dubbed), Unknown
Format: Animated, Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, DVD, NTSC, Surround Sound, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.78:1
Running Time: 75 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2004-10-19
Audience Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Studio: Walt Disney Video
Product features:
  • Condition: New
  • Format: DVD
  • Surround Sound; Animated; Closed-captioned; Color; Dolby; Dubbed; DVD; Widescreen; NTSC

Movie Reviews of Bionicle 2 - Legends of Metru Nui

Movie Review: Far Superior to Predecessor
Summary: 5 Stars

The entire LoMN experience far superseds MoL as the ultimate incarnation of the BIONICLE franchise. It is not that I hold anything against Mask of Light, it was simply uninventive- rip-offs were everywhere, drawing from everything from LotR to Alien. This prequel is a much more original endeavor.

The special effects are simply breathtaking. From a shadowy hand reaching from an ominous cloud to the incredible action sequence in the forge between Toa Lhikan and... er, the bad guys, this film is a treat for the eyes. Character animations are flawless, and their movements are realistic. Sound effects are unbelieveable, and the musical score is the best I've ever heard in a direct-to-DVD film.

As for the plot: in the original, it was a simple "you'll-only-get-it-if-you're-a-fan". Otherwise, don't even try. In this one the storyline is easier to follow. There are a few moments of confusing dialogue, but just trust me when I say I've been to fan sites and trust me, the most devoted fans are just as mixed up--it's SUPPOSED to be that way.

The main premise is that Toa Lhikan has been captured by agents of an "unrelenting shadow", and had entrusted his powers to six of the inhabitants of Metru Nui- a carver, an archivist, an astrologist, a test driver, a teacher and a forge worker- who will take his place as the guardians of Metru Nui. These Toa quest around their utopian city for the Great Disks of Power, fighting against impossible odds to claim them. Not long after completing their search (told in more detail in the BIONICLE book series), the Toa- the title the guardians are given- are betrayed by the allegedly benevolent Turaga Dume', who secures three of them in custody. The remaining Toa quest around the island, struggling against the enigmatic Dark Hunters as they attempt to find Toa Lhikan, free their comrades, and unravel a growing conspiracy.

The over-view:

Pros:

Understandable, well-paced plotline

Incredible Special Effects

Good Action Sequences

Nice Music

Cons:

Too Danged Short

Characters Bicker Constantly

Overall: 9/10

Summary of Bionicle 2 - Legends of Metru Nui

Studio: Buena Vista Home Video Release Date: 09/05/2006 Run time: 75 minutes
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