The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement (2004): Dir: Garry Marshall / Cast: Anne Hathaway, Julie Andrews, Hector Elizondo, Chris Pine, Heather Matarazzo: Every bit as predictable as its successor but this one is about marriage and authority surrounding Princess Mia being crowned Queen of Genovia but council ruling claims that she must be married. This leaves a corrupt official an opening for his nephew who is an heir. So now Mia has 30 days to find a husband. Predictable with not a shred of creativity other than the fact that Mia's maids should not be allowed out in public. Directed by Garry Marshall who made the first film as well as the adult version titled Pretty Woman. Anne Hathaway is ready for something bigger and better. This role requires her to get to know a guy in record time before deciding to spend the rest of her life with him. What a crock of sh*t. Julie Andrews sings, which is about the only positive aspect to her otherwise familiar character. Hector Elizondo is the security adviser with sound advice that unfortunately doesn't involve leaving this film. Chris Pine plays the umpteenth boring male heir lined up to score quickly and pretend this is happily ever after bullshit. Heather Matarazzo also reprises her role as that annoying best friend from home that nobody liked in the first film. Typical sequel that is about as engaging as a kick in the ass. Score: 3 / 10
