Hotel Transylvania 2 (2015)

In 2015, Sony Pictures Animation released a sequel to the beloved monster movie, Hotel Transylvania. Hotel Transylvania 2 continues the first film, with Dracula’s daughter Mavis and her human husband Jonathan expecting a child. The film follows the hilarious and touching journey of Dracula’s family as they overcome the challenges of parenthood and the secrets of being a monster.

The film opens with Dracula’s worry about his nephew not having the monster gene. His nephew, Dennis, is a human-mummy hybrid, and Dracula worries that he won’t be able to survive in the world of monsters. Mavis and Jonathan reassure Dracula that their son is special, but Dracula’s fears are soon confirmed when Dennis accidentally releases a group of monsters from a nearby park.

As Dracula struggles to accept his nephew’s humanity, he enlists the help of old friends, including Frankenstein’s monster, the werewolves Wayne and Wanda, and Quasimodo. Together, they embark on a series of misadventures to find a way to make Dennis more “monstrous”.

Meanwhile, a group of children stumble into the hotel and quickly become friends with Dennis. The children’s enthusiasm and energy were contagious, and soon the hotel was filled with laughter and excitement. However, not everyone is happy with the new arrangement. Count Dracula’s enemy, Abraham Van Helsing, returns to cause trouble and tries to capture the monsters.

Throughout the film, Hotel Transylvania 2 displays an impressive animation style with vibrant colors and smart character designs. The voice cast is equally impressive, with Adam Sandler bringing his signature wit and humor to the role of Dracula. Selena Gomez returns as Mavis and Andy Samberg brings comic relief as Jonathan.

One of the standout aspects of Hotel Transylvania 2 is its exploration of themes such as identity, family, and acceptance. The film celebrates the idea that being different doesn’t make you any less special or lovable. It also emphasizes the importance of accepting one’s true nature, even if it does not conform to traditional social norms.

The film climaxes with an epic showdown between the monsters and Van Helsing’s henchmen, complete with humorous action scenes. In the end, the monsters band together to save the hotel and their way of life.

Hotel Transylvania 2 is an exciting addition to the series, offering a fresh blend of humor, adventure and heart. With colorful animation and memorable characters, this is a must-see for fans of all ages. Whether you’re a monster or a human, this movie is sure to have you laughing long after the credits roll.