Zootropolis 2: this funny, heartfelt crowd-pleaser is a worthy sequel with something to say

By Laura O'Flanagan, PhD Candidate, School of English, Dublin City University

Zootropolis 2 arrives in cinemas with real confidence: a fun, fast-paced sequel bursting with sharp gags, lovable characters, beautiful animation design and a heartwarming central message which avoids turning syrupy. The film, titled Zootopia 2 in the US, will delight younger viewers and, thankfully, has more than enough charm for adults too.

This new chapter returns to the first instalment’s central duo, Nick (Jason Bateman) and Judy (Ginnifer Goodwin),…

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