D2: The Mighty Ducks
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Movie Reviews of D2: The Mighty Ducks
Movie Review: Awe-Inspiring!
Summary: 4 Stars
Released in 1994, D2 THE MIGHTY DUCKS is the first sequel to THE MIGHTY DUCKS. Continuing the story of the young Ice Hockey team and their coach Gordan Bombay (Emilio Estevez), we now have the team representing the USA at the Junior Goodwill Games as Team USA. Their main rivals this time round are the Iceland team. Along with the fun and mayhem that the Ducks cause during their time in Beverly Hills where the games are played, we have Gordon Bombay caught up in the success that he is currently having. You see, Team USA have a corporate sponsor who wants coach Bombay to do a lot of publicity, thus affecting his time with the Ducks. However by the end of the movie he learns that he needs to standby the Ducks in order for them to win and be Champions at the games.Initially we are reintroduced to some of the teenagers from the first movie. It is here that we discover who from the first film is not returning. Lucky for us we meet some new members of the team, and they are a lot more interesting than the ones who are missing. Of the newcomers, one is a goalie who can save virtually every shot made at her; another is extremely big and strong (but gets a little too carried away sometimes); another is a cowboy who uses a rope to round up players; one is a fantastic skater; and one is extremely fast, only problem is once he starts he has a real problem with stopping. All these new players greatly add to the fun of D2 THE MIGHTY DUCKS.
As with many sports movies there is a lot of inspiration and this comes from the script, the dedicated acting and directing, and from the music which though repetitive is catchy and very awe-inspiring.
All three of the Mighty Ducks movies are awe-inspiring and it just depends on your personal preference as to which one is the best. For me personally, my favorite is D3 THE MIGHTY DUCKS, but D2 THE MIGHTY DUCKS is a close second. As well as seeing Emilio Estevez, watch out for Joshua Jackson (Pre-Dawson's Creek) as the captain of the Mighty Ducks.
There are no special features on this DVD, but the movie is in widescreen. However, the movie itself makes it worth buying so let's be thankful for small favors.
Movie Review: The Ducks Have Returned.....
Summary: 4 Stars
The Mighty Ducks was a great movie put out by Disney, and this, the sequel, is no exception. D2 picks up a year after their initial season. In this movie, The Ducks are chosen to represent the USA at the Junior Goodwill Games. In been selected, the team must face off against the best that the world has to offer, and at the same time show the world what they have to offer. In the process of the tournament the Ducks face many challenges that need to be overcome and actually learn what it takes to be a team; all thanks to some "school-yard puck" masters. Typical Duck hyjinks are present throughout the flick, and it was nice to see a lot of the original cast again, from Coach Bombay to Charlie, and of course Goldberg. This movie is a nice family feature that a person of any age would enjoy. If you love hockey, this movie is a great watch, and if you're up for a great watch, this movie is for you. Just remember to watch out for "The Flying V."Movie Review: Today it's Wheaties boxes. Tomorrow it's video games and action figures. The sky's the limit!
Summary: 4 Stars
It happens very seldom that a sequel doesn't flop and disappear in comparison to its predecessor.
D2, however is one of the few that hold strong with the original Mighty Ducks film. Most of the young stars return in this film, and those who do not are replaced by much more interesting team members, including a bash brother and a hog-tying cowboy.
Emilio Estevez returns as hockey coach Gordon Bombay who's returned to the Ducks after an injury in the minor leagues which has prevented a future in the NHL, although he is quickly back on his feet when he is asked to be the coach for the USA team in the Goodwill games. With the infusion of a few new players, some exciting new drills and a lot of hard work the ducks are back in action and ready to kick some Iceland butt!
A little more silly then the first, but still packs in a lot of fun!
Movie Review: D2 review
Summary: 4 Stars
I thought that this sequel was very good. It was interesting to see the Duck get new members from different parts of the country. I liked it that the Ducks (team USA) got to play against teams from around the world in the Junior Goodwill Games. It was interesting that Iceland was like the Hawks in this movie- only tougher. At the end of the movie, when the Ducks were at the campfire, that they sang 'We are the Champians.' All in all, I thought it was a great movie.Movie Review: Go West Young Duck
Summary: 3 Stars
'D2: The Mighty Ducks' released in '94 is the second installment in the adventures of Coach Gordon Bombay (Emilio Estevez) and his misfit team of teenage hockey overachievers. After his shot at a professional hockey career is ended by a knee injury Gordon returns to the Mighty Ducks with a new vision of hockey glory. They have been chosen to join Team U.S.A. at the Junior Goodwill Games to be played at the Arrowhead Pond in California. Isn't Disney so predictable. Several outstanding Junior players from across the country are added to the team which adds some uncomfortable situations with the rest of the Ducks, but eventually they unite take on the hockey world like only the Mighty Ducks could.
Emilio Estevez does an admirable job reprising the role of Gordon Bombay and Carsten Norgaard is a terrific bad guy as the unethical Coach Wolf Stansson of Team Iceland.
`D2' has numerous funny moments and the cast is so energetic and enthusiastic you tend to overlook a lot of the obvious faults and inconsistencies in the plot. Little kids will love it, but older teens and adults probably won't make it to the end. Too many silly antics for my taste.