'Sex and the City 2'

Watched it last week and absolutely luh-ved it. There you go, said it, please don't stone me.

I must defend Carrie and the girls, like it's an unspoken responsibility, I feel a sense of loyalty towards them after being such an avid follower of their adventures on the small screen. Critics and mere mortals alike have been rather cruel and harsh in their reviews of the sequel - guys it doesn't claim to be a masterpiece, it's simply pure entertainment and that is exactly what it excels at so enough of the slating please. It is created specially for 'Sex and the City' fans so if you hated the television series then it's advisable you stay at home and stick to some lame-ass 'talent' show instead.

I actually preferred this one to its predecessor. Whereas the first one was more moving and emotional, had more of a plot, more of a storyline, this one was more lively and carefree. In all honesty not much happens but then that's what makes it so brilliant, it's like hanging out the enviable foursome again, nothing complicated or heavy, there are no forced or contrived storylines, this movie is all about fun and frolics in the beautiful Middle East. There is glamour, there is colour, there is luxury. And the outfits, oh the outfits, so utterly fabulous.















There are a few issues the movie touches briefly - the reality and monotony of marriage settles in for Carrie who becomes anxious about preserving the 'sparkle', Samantha is struggling with menopause whilst Charlotte is struggling with motherhood whereas Miranda has career dilemmas. And please don't believe the hype about Smith and Aidan, they only really feature for like two nano-seconds - sorry to disappoint you there and shatter any illusions!


Yes there are many gay and Muslim stereotypes but it's meant to be funny not offensive, I don't understand why everybody is being so uptight all of a sudden. Liza Minnelli's imitation of Beyonce's 'Single Ladies' was absolutely hilarious - I would go watch the film again alone for that reason!

Overall a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. And can people stop hating on Sarah Jessica Parker - okay so she's a tad veiny, and horsey, and yes maybe she's ageing, who cares, I still love her. Sarah Jessica Parker rocks!