Review of Home Alone 2: Lost in New York

So you loved Home Alone. It's an acknowledged classic of it's era, and a holiday evergreen. One year later, we return to the battling McAllister family as they head on vacation to Florida. There's one problem; Kevin's in New York. Once again getting his wish to be away from his family, adventure ensues. Penned by the great John Hughes, there is much to enjoy, but it also feels so familiar. Therein lies the problem, the inevitable comparison. The ideas no longer new, after two hours it begins to wear thin. Some truly inspired comedy (the brick scene(, but everyone seems a little tired of the roles kudos to Catherine O'Hara for still delivering on her big scenes. Kids of this era will want to view, but the original is so fresh and fun, it would be hard to recommend to anyone outside of die hard fans, or those who love sequels. Somewhere in the middle.