The sequel to "Madagascar" (2005) is by no means inferior to the original, and maybe even surpasses it. The reason probably lies in the fact that the same team made both films. Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria, accompanied by the inevitable penguins, cross from Madagascar to Africa and join their species with a lot of vicissitudes and healthy humor. "Escape 2 Africa" is full of witty remarks, puns, and references to cult movies and pop culture in general. It relies largely on "The Lion King," but I've also noticed allusions to "West Side Story," "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly," "Planet of the Apes," "Airplane," Indiana Jones, "Twilight Zone" and many others. Beautiful and entertaining for all ages.
8/10
8/10