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“Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again” is the definition of a feel-good film – but with some added emotions you perhaps weren’t expecting. It has been ten years since the first film which is probably one of the most successful films in the 21st century. This film did not disappoint and is certainly as good, if not better, than its predecessor, acting as a prequel and a sequel.
When a film plot is based on looking back into a character’s past history, it can sometimes spend too long looking back, chopping and changing too quickly or casting someone who is totally unbelievable. The great success of this film stems from the stunning job Lily James did as the younger Donna. Her voice (which is obviously very important) was of great quality and the chemistry of the young Rosie and Tanya was as good as their present day counterparts. Her performance was magnetising and charming when she met young Sam, Bill and Harry. Hugh Skinner was adoringly hilarious as young Harry with the rendition of Waterloo full of energy.
That moves onto the heart and soul of the film: the music.
The film is, of course, filled with classic ABBA hits that differentiates itself from the first film but subtly incorporates the melodies of the older songs such as ‘Voulez-vouz’ and ‘Slipping through my fingers’. One of my favourites was a duet between Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) and Sky (Dominic Cooper) which had some very cool editing effects. There are fantastic renditions of ‘Angel Eyes’, Knowing Me, Knowing You’ and quite a special performance of ‘Fernando.’
There is a great source of humour in the film, mostly from Rosie, Harry and a rather entertaining customs officer, but there were more tender and emotional moments that were quite difficult to not get teary at. The sadder moments were also incredibly beautiful, definitely making you feel closer to the characters, Donna especially, as you’ve seen them when they’re younger and you do feel as if you know them better.
Due to all the hype, I was terrified that “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again” would not live up to its high expectations but it delivered and was a really wholesome and feel good. I would highly recommend this film if you were looking for something uplifting with a good story and lovable characters.
Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again is arguably better than the first movie. The film plays with a non linear narrative, alternating from present day, telling the story of Sophie and her journey to open a hotel, and Donna’s, who was perfectly cast and played by Lily James. This film will make you both laugh, at scenes such as younger Harry and his awkwardness, and possibly shed a tear, with the return of Donna at a christening. I do think that Cher being in it, as talented as she is, was fairly bigged up for her very short appearance, but she does sing a good rendition of ABBA’s hit “Fernando”. Coming from someone who is not a big fan of musicals, I think Mamma Mia is a very fun movie and as unrealistic as it is, it is great escapism and I would recommend as a good, funny, family film that is worth watching.
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