National Treasure 2
was no better than Sweeney Todd, but because my expectations were lower, I enjoyed it more. That said, it was as derivative a copycat sequel as I've seen in a while, and its grasp on history was even more tenuous than in the first movie. Nicolas Cage is also continuing to mutate in odd ways and is now more watchable for how weird he is than for how well he performs.
The highlight of the film, at least for me, was Helen Mirren, who lights up the screen whenever she appears.
If you need a break from thinking and aren't in a demanding mood, check it out. Otherwise, choose another film.
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I'd also recommend reading Manhunt by James L. Swanson (the subtitle is "The Twelve-Day Chase for Lincoln's Killer," so that's pretty self-explanatory as to what it's about) so you can whisper to the person next to you while watching this movie that IN FACT most of the first part of the movie is wrong - because now you know, minute by minute, what Booth did the day of the assassination. No kidding. It's a good book, though.
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