The riveting tale of Sherlock and Watson is continues with this installment. The future father of my children, Robert Downey Jr., is again the most eccentric Sherlock Holmes. With his quirks, whit, and disguises steals the show. Jude Law is the incomparable Dr. Watson. Watson and his new bride's lives are at stake when Professor Moriarty uses them as pawns in his game to distract Holmes. Jarred Harris is Moriarty. He does an excellent job at being the twisted, conniving, evil doer he should. Noomi Rapace and Stephen Fry make a good supportive showing.
Now this is not the same as the last movie. To me it is less intellectual. Sherlock is not ahead the entire time. It actually feels more like he is playing from behind. Now there are plenty of twists and turns, however Sherlock has to use his massive intellect to adjust and adapt.
Now, where is has to cut back in thinking it substitutes punching. Lots of punching. And shooting, And action. There is no shortage of Mr. Holmes special Kung Fu and Dr. Watson's physical stylings. It makes for a very entertaining show.
Another thing that really shines are the settings. The dark dank areas, and the lovely bright portions. They are just as important as the actors. They serve their purpose wonderfully.
Robert and Jude have the kind of chemistry that two best friend adventurers should have, and Guy Ritchie tells the tale very well. This sequel does not recreate the original it expounds on it and moves the world of Holmes forward in his conflict of the mind with Professor Moriarty.
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