BEETHOVEN’S 2ND
Charles Grodin, Bonnie Hunt
Universal Pictures; Directed by Rod Daniel
Rated PG; 86 minutes; 1993
Beethoven’s back . . . and this time the Newton family is about to rediscover the meaning of comedic chaos times four. In this warm, energetic sequel, Beethoven has a family—a quartet of irresistible pups with their father’s talent for getting into trouble. These furry balls of trouble will delight with their merry mischief.
REVIEWS
"I loved this movie! Very funny, very entertaining. It's better than the original!"
- Joel Siegel, GOOD MORNING AMERICA
"As funny and appealing as the first!"
- Kevin Thomas, LOS ANGELES TIMES
"A lively and sweetly told story...Charles Grodin is one of the few comic actors who can hold his own with a dog."
- Caryn James, NEW YORK TIMES
"An old-fashioned, glamorous, heart-tugging romance! More chuckles than the original. Beethoven burns up the screen with his debonair charm and romantic intensity."
- Michael Medved, NEW YORK POST
"Simply irresistible!"
- Bob Thompson, TORONTO SUN
"BEETHOVEN'S 2ND is first-rate! An improvement on the original, it brings back that lovable big lug of a St. Bernard for more messy merriment, and irresistible puppies."
- Jeff Craig, SIXTY SECOND PREVIEW