High School Musical 2 - Extended Edition [2007] | ![High School Musical 2 - Extended Edition [2007]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61beTwQRzDL._SL75_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Kenny Ortega
Actors: Zac Efron, Alyson Reed, Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman, Vanessa Anne Hudgens
Studio: Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainm
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  29 reviews
Sales Rank: 165
Format: Pal
Languages: English (Original Language), Spanish (Original Language)
Rating: Universal, suitable for all
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 106
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 5.4 x 0.8
EAN: 8717418129187
ASIN: B000VZZSJC
Theatrical Release Date: 2007
Release Date: December 3, 2007
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Condition: New & Sealed. Ships from UK
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Disney's huge hit franchise of the moment never has, and perhaps never will, see the inside of a cinema. But given the millions upon millions of followers across the globe, the DVD release of High School Musical 2 will nonetheless rival the sales of any blockbuster you care to mention. And why shouldn't it? Grounded firmly in the family spirit that classic Disney movies are renowned for, High School Musical 2 isn't the most radical movie you're ever likely to see, but it's had few recent rivals where outright fun is concerned. The plot this time sees Troy, Gabriella, Ryan, Chad, Taylor and Sharpay in the midst of organising a talent competition during their school holidays, which proves all the excuse the film needs to bring on the musical entertainment. Packed in with insanely addictive tunes, and playing very firmly to its fan base, it's hard not to conclude that High School Musical 2 is a success. What's more, there's immense respin potential to the disc, and given the raging success of the first movie, this one too is set to be enjoyed time and time again. Not jumped on the High School Musical wagon yet? Here's a perfect place to start. is a fun family movie, and one that sits both as a worthy sequel, and a warm slice of entertainment in its own right. --Jon Foster
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 "Let's rock and roll and just let go!" May 17, 2008
It's summer vacation and the gang from East High is headed out to the local country club, either as members or as employees. Sweethearts Troy (Zac Efron) and Gabriella (Vanessa Hudgens) are hard at work, but still have plenty of time for near-smooches. Bratty Sharpay (Ashley Tisdale) has her eye on Troy, however, and is wooing him with a possible college scholarship.
This is one fun musical. All the high school stereotypes are here - the jocks, the brainiacs, the snobs - and they all sing and dance their way into our hearts. There's a big musical number about every five minutes and the productions are energetic and fun . Clearly aimed at the pre-teen audience, this movie is full of young, good-looking actors who make being seventeen look like the Most. Fun. Ever. Efron and Hudgens are an adorable and wholesome couple while Tisdale is the teen witch you love to hate.
The desert setting is beautiful and the movie oozes happiness while stressing the value of friendship. Disney brings the old Judy Garland-Mickey Rooney-type teenage musical to the current generation in fine style.
High School Musical 2 Rocks March 11, 2008
This is a Disney Muscial with good wholesome values/morals and messages but the surprising thing is that the majority of the songs are good and the performances entertaining. As Grease was for the previous generation so High School Musical will be for this growing generation.
There are some good scenes especially when Sharpey sings Fabulous and the disasterous song she sings to Troy which she wants them to perform in the talent contest.
Good Fun and enjoyable.
Excellent, but not excellence...so how come 5 stars? January 24, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
[Firstly, sorry, again I couldn't stop typing.]
So much has been said and written about this movie I wasn't going to even bother writing a review... but then I couldn't help myself.
I could describe the plot to you, but that has been done. I'm mainly I'm going to explain why I selected 5 stars, when in comparison to truly great movies it...well it would hardly share the same category. I'm a believer in judging a movie or TV show by its intentions and the success of carrying them through to the end result, not neccessarily by its place in the Cannon of film. HSM2, as with HSM intended to entertain with great acting, great dancing, a good plot and of course, the Disney morals. With this in mind, it succeeded.
Clearly, the brains behind the franchise realised that the target audience of the tweenies were not the only demographic drawn [almost unwillingly] to the first movie. The sequel certainly shows this realisation and also the growth of the actors and the gentle change in styles.
Loving musicals, but only expecting to get a little fix, I bought the first and was hooked, (though it kind of stands out next to Rent, Moulin Rouge, Chorus Line, Cabaret, etc.). When the sequel arrived, I bought it without a second thought. Surprise, surprise, I loved it. It certainly has a slightly more mature and complex style in the characters' behaviour/interactions with each other, (even their tone of voice) and dialogue. It has a much more complex structure within the music and even more so in the dance, without moving to far away from the established style.
The talents of the actors are shown more clearly with greater respect. Lucas Grabeel, (Ryan) is allowed to shine through his voice and amazing dancing abilties, stepping out from Ashley Tisdale's, (Sharpay) shadow. Particularly in 'I Don't Dance' with Corbin Bleu (Chad) who also gets the same chance. This movie isn't purely the 'Troy and Gabrielle Show', which being amazed by Lucas's talents especially, was refreshing.
It's a musical, [obviously] and that genre can provide a realistic look at life. Although I don't honestly think HSM2 does this, I again go back to intent. This movie gives an impression of realism of American teenagers, close enough for the target audience to relate, but far enough away to escape and dream. As for anyone older watching this movie, I'm not so sure realism actually matters and perhaps its lack of total authenticity is what appeals to us; perhaps we only want the sunny, rosy escapism.
This movie is cheesy, yes. It doesn't stretch the imagination in it's plot or film making, (cinematography, set design, costuming, etc.) though Kenny Ortega's choreography is renowned outside his involvement in this movie and he never lets you down. It is not a work of excellence, in cinematic terms, but there is just something about this movie that has the world in a craze. Perhaps it is simply because the talent is so blatently thrown in front of you on screen. That is something I don't know how anyone can doubt. Dislike the film, fine. Hate the film, ok. But why doubt the talent or the intentions; or the successful executions of them?
This is one of those movies that 'is what it is'. Once you get that, the reason for its seemingly surprising broad appeal is not so hard to understand. It does what it does and it does it with flare.
(Though I'm still kinda embarrassed that I like it so much...or at all.)
Better than High School Musical 1! January 15, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
High School Musical 2 is fantastic in my opinion and exceeds the first High School Musical 1. The songs in this film seem to come thick and fast & are so infectiously catchy.
The East High Wildcats are gearing up for big fun as they land the coolest summer jobs imaginable. Troy, Gabriella, Chad & Taylor are working at the Lava Springs Country Club founded by Ryan & Sharpay's family!
And with the club's annual talent show just around the corner, Sharpay's competitive instincts are sizzling. She dumps Ryan as her singing partner and starts wooing Troy to join her onstage instead. Gabriella is less than thrilled that Troy has agreed to sing with Sharpay.
Things are heating up on the lawns of high society. Will Troy and Gabriella realize that they're meant to be? Or is it already too late for them to sing one last song together? I seriously recommend this film, if you're a fan of High School Musical or if you've got the first film it's perfect for adding to your collection! Buy it now!
FABULOUS!!!! January 11, 2008
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
I'm sure you all know the story by now so I'll keep it short - this movie ROCKS!!!
If you liked HSM you'll LOVE this - it's so lovely and summery and happy, and just makes you wanna get up and dance and sing! The soundtrack is really good - full of bright happy tunes, and the dancing and script are really fun to watch too. Plus Zac Efron is HOTT!! haha
So if you like a good, happy, cheesy musical to cheer you up every once in a while (...or everyday in my case!!) then buy this DVD!!!!
Enjoy :) xxx
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