: The opening sequence, which introduces the young sisters in 1600s Salem, provides some welcome depth to their characters and explains how they received their infamous spellbook.
: Much like the first film, the best jokes come from the witches’ reactions to 21st-century technology. The "broom" alternatives they are forced to use this time around are a clever nod to the original.
A nostalgic treat that leans heavily on the charm of its lead trio, Hocus Pocus 2 is a cozy, colorful sequel that prioritizes fan service over fresh frights. While it doesn't quite capture the lightning-in-a-bottle cult magic of the 1993 original, it succeeds as a lighthearted tribute to the Sanderson Sisters.
