The earlier "Cars" was much a coming-of-age drama, in which an ambitious young automobile (Owen Wilson) learned life lessons. Inevitably, it was sentimental. But "Cars 2" is a spy story taking place against an international background. It is lively & filled with incident & serious consequence, & even without the cars gimmick - with a few adjustments to convert the script from cars to people - the film would work. It is solid to stand by itself, & the automobile aspect is a &, a charming, whimsical embellishment.
"Cars," the latest from Pixar, is the sequel to the 2006 "Cars," from the same studio, but it is a much different film. It mostly keeps the same lineup of characters & maintains the conceit of a world in which people don't exist & cars talk & have emotions. But in terms of story & atmosphere & overall feeling, "Cars 2" is a brand-new experience - and a distinct improvement.
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