Jumanji

As a sequel this fails miserably. The only real connection to the original or the book is the name, and the fact that a jungle exists. But as a stand alone comedic action-adventure, I found it quite entertaining. The plot was video game-ish, and so appropriate. But the brilliance lies in the performance of the adult actors embodying teens. With Jack Black leading the way (and killing it) as a 16 year old, self-absorbed, popular girl, I consistently bought into both the concept and execution of teens in adult bodies... so well played. Nothing heavy, and not meant to be. Just fun.
4 stars