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Movie Review: High School Musical 2

Written by Brandon Valentine
Published March 03, 2008

High School Musical 2 is better than the original in many ways. The songs are catchier; the characters and their voices are more developed; and the choreography, lyrics, comedy, and cinematography all take a step in the right direction. However, the sequel’s plot is largely uninspired and both its teen romance and the moral of the story are dulled considering the film revolves around a kiss more than a learning experience.

When Troy (Zac Efron) gets hired as a waiter and caddy at the Lava Springs Country Club owned by Sharpay (Ashley Tisdale) and Ryan’s (Lucas Grabeel) parents, he brings Gabriella (Vanessa Hudgens), Chad (Corbin Bleu), Taylor (Monique Coleman), Kelsi (Olesya Rulin), Jason (Ryne Sanborn), Martha (Kaycee Stroh), and Zeke (Christopher Warren Jr.) along for the ride.

As the gang works as a lifeguard, waiter, event coordinator, entertainer, dishwasher, plate-preparer, and cook respectively, Troy quickly stands out as the star staff member with the Evans family. Plus, once he learns that Sharpay could possibly land him a basketball scholarship, Troy promises to sing a song with her at the annual talent show.

In the face of fame and fortune, Troy begins to sully his relationships with Gabriella and friends. Meanwhile, Sharpay tries to steal Troy’s love from Gabriella. But, that’s not possible; or is it? Don’t forget, “It’s summer... everything changes.”

One thing is for sure with High School Musical 2 — Sharpay has become exponentially more annoying. She now signs autographs, wears a crown, has the staff wait on her hand and foot, and sheepishly calls her mother “a back-stabbing yogi.” While all of this prissy behavior is vomit-inducing, that’s the intention, considering she is – after all – the film’s “villain.” However, more and more, Sharpay begins to resemble Eloise from the Me, Eloise series — blonde, snobby, conceited, and always looking for trouble.

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Brandon Valentine is a film critic from Hershey, PA. Aside from possessing the last name “Valentine” and living in “the Sweetest Place on Earth,” Brandon was also born on Valentine’s Day. That’s right, a Valentine born on Valentine’s Day. His “sweet” work can be viewed at Blogcritics, IMDb, and his own site, Valentine on Film.
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Published: March 03, 2008
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#1 — March 3, 2008 @ 13:59PM — Jordan Richardson [URL]

This seemed an awful lot like Saved by the Bell's "summer season," but with music. I actually enjoyed it in a strange way and I agree with you that it was better than the original.

#2 — March 3, 2008 @ 16:11PM — Brandon Valentine [URL]

You're right Jordan! Visions of Zack and Kelly on the beach also entered my mind in the viewing process.

#3 — March 3, 2008 @ 17:38PM — Davey [URL]

I still haven't seen HSM2. After reading the review it makes me wonder whether I want to watch anymore. Should I still see it for the sake of it? or just steer clear? It IS better than the first from what I've heard. hmm???? well, all I do know is that I'm going to be tuning into Nickelodeon on March 29 to see if the HSM crew will win their FAVORITE VIDEO GAME nomination. Have you playet it, it's on SingStar. The awards are going to air starting at 8PM, with my favorite funny man, Jack Black. oh yeah..... can't wait to see who gets slimed.

go to http://www.nick.com/kca for more details.

(I got a couple of cool printables from there too)

#4 — March 4, 2008 @ 19:50PM — sammi

i love zac efron moree then any one in thie world lol

#5 — March 5, 2008 @ 02:31AM — Anonymosh..

Vannessa is so pretty what a waste of time
I use to adore hur and when I herd of nude pics
my admoration kame to an end it sad but Im still wondering is Ashely Tisdale 26?

#6 — March 5, 2008 @ 10:26AM — jessica

hi wuu2 i like ur new high school musical 2 book and movie

#7 — March 5, 2008 @ 11:06AM — Jordan Richardson [URL]

Ashley Tisdale is 22, which makes her more than okay in my book.

#8 — March 29, 2008 @ 00:05AM — chelo [URL]

vanessa and zac are so not merrid tomorrow cause
i say they arn't ment to be together.ashley and
zac should be marrid tomorrow they are so ment to be together forever.

#9 — March 29, 2008 @ 00:08AM — dimple uy

i like zac and ashley because they are ment to be together.

#10 — March 29, 2008 @ 00:14AM — chelo uy

i like it when vanessa is gone in high school musical 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 and10.cause she is so over acting (o.a.).ashley is so beautiful,nice,pretty,smart,cute,fabilous,and so,so,so,so,so,so,so,so,so hot.hot like so,so,so,so,so,so,so,so,so beautiful.she should be the #1 star in the world.her voice is so sweet.

#11 — April 18, 2008 @ 16:55PM — Ali

All hsm cast and they wonderful singers.Doesnt matters who looks!

#12 — April 24, 2008 @ 06:06AM — shannon

i love high school musical 2 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! xxxxxxxx

#13 — April 24, 2008 @ 06:08AM — shannon

you are cool zae love shannon x x x x x

#14 — April 24, 2008 @ 11:45AM — charlie

i love high school musical 2 and i love zac efron

i like vannessa and zac they are the best and are cool i love high school musical

love charlie harris xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

#15 — April 25, 2008 @ 10:57AM — jenna [URL]

i think zac and vannessa should be together and i so want to see them i have even got a book and clothes n magazenes and even there two sticker books and everything high school musical and zac and vannessa


jenna your biggest fan

#16 — April 28, 2008 @ 07:53AM — ayusha

i love zac he is really cool

#17 — April 30, 2008 @ 11:11AM — Georgia

Zac is so cute an i'd love him so much
x x x x x x x x x x x

#18 — May 7, 2008 @ 14:34PM — aprilrose

hi i love zac your the best and sexiest man there love you xx bye xx

#19 — May 7, 2008 @ 19:47PM — AKSharma

Hai,
This is AKSharma,
I want to say that this kind of moovies is inspired the person who want to do something in this little world.

Now This is for------
Zac Efron(Troy Bolton)--"HE IS VERY COOL PERSON"

Vanessa Anne Hudgens(Gaabriella Montez)--"SHE IS VERY SEXY GIRL" PLEASE KEPT IT UP AND BE COUNTINUED.

The the star case is very cool.


Please make some part of this movies "I THINK THAT HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 1 TO 100 PART I WANT."


I want E-mail ID(Zac and Vanessa) Please sent it to my email address.


Thanks, your Fan following

#20 — May 27, 2008 @ 02:05AM — LINDSAY

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

#21 — May 27, 2008 @ 05:07AM — kisharni

high school musical 2 is cool

#22 — May 27, 2008 @ 06:36AM — BARBIE

SIETE STUPENDI

#23 — June 9, 2008 @ 10:55AM — firdaus

hy zac i love you i woudent mine to date you

#24 — June 9, 2008 @ 11:05AM — firdaus

hi vanessa you are my best act lovefrom the girls with

#25 — June 11, 2008 @ 11:10AM — sam

I love vannnase soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooso much becaus she is fabulos and a star.


HIGH SCHOOL MUSCAIL 2 ROCKS!!!!!!!

#26 — June 11, 2008 @ 11:13AM — sam

hi sharpy you are veeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeevery fabulaus and cute

#27 — June 15, 2008 @ 06:14AM — yasmin

i love high school musical 2

#28 — June 15, 2008 @ 06:52AM — molly

I love high school musical they are great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

#29 — June 29, 2008 @ 11:55AM — SR

o filme é altamnete !!!
ta brutal mesmo !!

#30 — July 1, 2008 @ 05:10AM — Amine zaidan

it is so bad.please don't show it again on t.v.

#31 — July 1, 2008 @ 15:06PM — Stacey

I love Zac Efron he is so cute.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

#32 — October 6, 2008 @ 10:03AM — SANJANA

u guys r great. u r the best. i love HIGH SCHOOL
MUSICALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL.

WITH LOVE
SANJANA

#33 — October 6, 2008 @ 12:02PM — Terri

I love Zac Efron - he is in two lists on The Times today about the best musicals in schools. I was very happy to see this.

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