Home Alone 2 Screening
Get into the Christmas spirit with a screening of the classic comedy film Home Alone 2, starring Macaulay Culkin as the resourceful Kevin McCallister. The film follows Kevin as he finds himself alone in New York City, where he must outsmart the bumbling Wet Bandits once again.
Dir: Chris Columbus
Cast: Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, Catherine O'Hara, John Heard, Brenda Fricker, Tim Curry, Devin Ratray
120 mins · 1992 · United States of America · Cert PG · English, French
IMDb 6.9/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 35% · Metacritic 46/100 · TMDB 6.8/10 · Trakt 75%
Awards: 3 wins & 3 nominations total
The idea of a child being separated from their family during the holiday season is a daunting one, but in the hands of director Chris Columbus and writer John Hughes, it becomes a hilarious and heartwarming adventure. Home Alone 2: Lost in New York is a film that has become a staple of Christmas viewing, and its enduring popularity is a testament to its well-crafted blend of humour and sentiment. The film's success can be attributed to the talents of its cast, including Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, and Daniel Stern, who bring to life a range of memorable characters.
As a comedy, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York has a lot to offer, with a range of hilarious set pieces and a witty script that keeps the laughs coming. The film's use of slapstick humour, particularly in the scenes where Kevin outsmarts the Wet Bandits, is both entertaining and clever. With a runtime of 120 minutes, the film is a decent length, and its PG certificate makes it suitable for a wide range of audiences. The film's scores, including a 6.9/10 on IMDb and a 75% rating on Trakt, demonstrate its enduring popularity among viewers.
The film has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its humour and charm, while others have criticised its lack of originality and excessive violence. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has a 35% approval rating, with some critics feeling that it relies too heavily on the formula of the first film. However, many viewers have disagreed, with some even preferring the sequel to the original. The film's awards and box office success, including three wins and three nominations, and a US box office gross of $173,585,516, demonstrate its impact on audiences.
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York will be screening at Folkestone Harbour Arm, Folkestone, on Sunday, 29 November 2026. Tickets are on sale: say tickets are with the button beside the article. This is a great opportunity to experience the film in a unique and festive setting, and to get into the holiday spirit with a classic comedy that is sure to delight audiences of all ages.
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What viewers say
Jim222001 · 8/10
Same movie; just set in New York City. While Kevin is more diabolical than ever and clearly trying to kill the Sticky Bandits/Wet Bandits. With that said the movie is full of charm and the holiday spirit. While the soundtrack is superb. I just really hate Buzz and how he always gets away with starting with Kevin. Which makes me think of the mom especially as a jerk. Also since it always takes her awhile to realize Kevin is missing.
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AndrewBloom · 3/10
[3.3/10] The rap on 2015’s *The Force Awakens* -- the first installment in the new *Star Wars* trilogy, was that it was too derivative of *A New Hope*, too much just following in its predecessor’s footsteps, too devoted to recreating that old blueprint rather than fashioning a new one. God help any folks who felt that way who dared to watch *Home Alone 2*. This sequel is a carbon copy of the original, not merely content to offer the same basic…
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waltandmartha
Controversial opinion: the sequel is better than the original 😬
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laurenshikari · 8/10
the pigeon lady is one of the most iconic side characters in all of CINEMA
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jarvis-8243417 · 3/10
Kevin McCallister turns into Damien in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. No longer content with stirring-up mischief at home, Kevin goes to New York City to terrorize a 5 star hotel; and when that doesn’t satisfy him, he tracks down the Wet Bandits and flat out attempts to murder them. The film tries to pass off the same shtick in a new setting, but it doesn’t work. All of the innocence and charm that the first film had is gone now that Kevin is…
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Mad Matty · 8/10
Absolutely loved this film. There's no better way of getting into the Christmas spirit than watching Kevin McCallister beat up two buglers with his inventive traps. Seriously though, the comedy is pure genius, and the story is heartwarming. What more could you want at this festive time of year?
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Narate · 9/10
>"Hey. You guys give up? Have you had enough pain?" I am not sure if this is a popular take or not, but I like this one more than the original. Kevin doesn't annoy me and the premise and setup works so well in NYC and a nice hotel. I once again love John William's score and always have a good balance of feeling good and laughing. This is a classic for a reason.
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jacogiu
Almost a beat-for-beat retread of the first, but bigger and more ridiculous. Still nostalgic, still fun, and just as surreal and festive.
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