“Rio 2” visually, musically stuns despite convoluted plot, excessive conflict
Directed by Carlos Saldhana and produced by Blue Sky Studios, “Rio 2” fails to meet its potential. It is clear that the writers of the popular franchise’s sequel are trying to elevate the level of the film’s story, yet they serve only to overcomplicate it. This, coupled with overly extraneous characters, overwhelms the otherwise strong music and visuals. […]