Gathering the Audience Once More with Beloved Characters in The Secret Life of Pets 2
In the world of animated films, Illumination Entertainment is set to release its tenth feature, a sequel to the successful "The Secret Life of Pets" which earned over $875 million worldwide. "The Secret Life of Pets 2" promises to evolve and expand the world of Pets, while maintaining a compelling story for both new and old audiences.
Chris Meledandri, Janet Healy, Brian Lynch, and Chris Renaud, the production team behind the original, have found personal connections in the theme of "letting go" for the sequel. This theme is central to the story, exploring the impact of helicopter parenting on both the parent and the child being parented, and the struggle of characters like Max, a returning character, to let a little boy he loves, Liam, grow up.
Max and Duke, two returning characters, have become brothers since the first film. Katie, Max's owner, has gotten married and has a toddler son, Liam. Max's journey in the movie is a journey of conquering fear and gaining inner confidence to let go, as he navigates the emotional lives of pets and the deep bond between them and their families.
The filmmakers aimed to create indelible, relatable, and sweetly flawed characters that form the foundation of the storytelling in "The Secret Life of Pets 2". To achieve this, they wove three separate storylines - Max's, Gidget's, and Snowball's - and then devised a way to reunite them. The moment they cracked the code of how to reunite the three storylines was a pivotal moment for the film and the team.
The question of what pets do when their owners are not at home is a central theme in the film. The filmmakers spent months trying to seamlessly tie the three storylines together for a satisfying ending. The original cast members returned for the sequel due to the progression and growth of the characters in the movie.
"The Secret Life of Pets 2" also delves into the emotional lives of pets, exploring their feelings of love, jealousy, and fear. It's a heartwarming tale that will resonate with both children and adults, as it teaches the important lesson of letting go and teaching children to stand on their own two feet.
In conclusion, "The Secret Life of Pets 2" is a must-watch for fans of the original and newcomers alike. It's a film that will make you laugh, cry, and appreciate the bond between pets and their families even more. The world of "The Secret Life of Pets" is evolving, and fans can invest in and grow with the characters as they continue their secret lives.
