Dr. Dolittle 2

Dr. Dolittle 2 is a 2001 American comedy film directed by Steve Carr and starring Eddie Murphy as the main character, Dr. John Dolittle. The film is a sequel to the 1998 film Dr. Dolittle, which was based on the series of children's books by Hugh Lofting. The movie features a talented cast, including Raven-Symoné, Jeffrey Jones, and Kevin Pollak, and was produced by John Davis and Davis Entertainment. The film's music was composed by David Newman, who has also worked on other notable films such as The Nutty Professor and Galaxy Quest.

Plot

The plot of Dr. Dolittle 2 revolves around Dr. John Dolittle and his family, including his wife Lisa Dolittle and his daughter Charisse Dolittle, as they try to save a forest and its inhabitants from a group of logging companies. Along the way, Dr. Dolittle meets a variety of animals, including a bear named Archie, a squirrel named Squirrel, and a wolf named Wolf, who are all voiced by talented actors such as Steve Irwin, Michael Rapaport, and Norm Macdonald. The film features a mix of live-action and computer-generated imagery (CGI), which was created by Industrial Light & Magic and Rhythm and Hues Studios. The movie's storyline is similar to other films that feature environmentalism and conservation, such as The Lorax and FernGully: The Last Rainforest.

Production

The production of Dr. Dolittle 2 began in 2000, with Steve Carr directing the film and John Davis producing it. The movie was filmed on location in British Columbia, Canada, and featured a mix of live-action and computer-generated imagery (CGI). The film's special effects were created by Industrial Light & Magic and Rhythm and Hues Studios, which have also worked on other notable films such as Star Wars and The Matrix. The movie's cinematography was handled by Daryn Okada, who has also worked on other films such as Mean Girls and Baby Mama. The film's editing was done by Peter Teschner, who has also worked on other films such as The Nutty Professor and Liar Liar.

Cast

The cast of Dr. Dolittle 2 includes Eddie Murphy as Dr. John Dolittle, Raven-Symoné as Charisse Dolittle, and Jeffrey Jones as Joe Potter. The film also features a talented voice cast, including Steve Irwin as Archie the Bear, Michael Rapaport as Squirrel, and Norm Macdonald as Wolf. Other notable actors in the film include Kevin Pollak as Riley, Lil' Zane as Eric, and James Avery as Old Badger. The film's cast has also appeared in other notable films and television shows, such as The Cosby Show, That's So Raven, and Saturday Night Live.

Release

Dr. Dolittle 2 was released on June 22, 2001, by 20th Century Fox and Davis Entertainment. The film was released in the United States and Canada, and was later released in other countries such as United Kingdom, Australia, and Germany. The movie was a commercial success, grossing over $176 million at the box office, and received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the film's visual effects and comedy, while others criticized the film's plot and acting. The film's release was accompanied by a marketing campaign that included trailers, posters, and television commercials, which were created by Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation and Davis Entertainment.

Reception

The reception of Dr. Dolittle 2 was mixed, with some critics praising the film's visual effects and comedy, while others criticized the film's plot and acting. The film holds a Rotten Tomatoes score of 42%, based on 112 reviews, with an average rating of 4.8/10. The film also holds a Metacritic score of 38 out of 100, based on 27 reviews, indicating "generally unfavorable reviews". Despite the mixed reviews, the film was a commercial success, grossing over $176 million at the box office, and has since become a cult classic among fans of family films and comedy films. The film's success can be attributed to the popularity of the Dr. Dolittle franchise, which includes other films such as Dr. Dolittle and Dr. Dolittle 3, as well as the television series Dr. Dolittle and Dr. Dolittle's Animal Friends.