Malibu Rescue: The Next Wave

Although it is very silly and absurd, it is very funny and entertaining, I recommend it to have a good time.

An improvement on the original, which is unexpected.

I noted in my review of 2019's 'Malibu Rescue' that I probably wouldn't bother watching the television series in between - I actually did. It's still not good, but that too bettered the first film. I'd say 'Malibu Rescue: The Next Wave' is superior to both, so the series as a whole is on an - admittedly slow - upward trajectory.

Listen, it still isn't something I enjoyed. It has undeniable issues, but I honestly don't dislike it either. The cast are pleasant, if not necessarily good. They work well together. Alkoya Brunson is the standout, but they all bounce off each other in truth. I approve of them bringing that Jeffy (Michael Mourra) kid back, they create fairly funny gags with him in the films - could possibly do with him in the show?

It's made for a specific demographic and, I guess, works in that respect. They could definitely do better though, to make it a fun film to watch for more viewers. Intrigued to see if this gets renewed further, I assume it will.

Target audience is moreso tween/early teen girls. Lots of really predictable cliché moments: 'boy gets girl', "we'll save the day", "arrogant male antagonist" and so on. Very cringey Australian references- why are Australians always represented so strangely in American movies? No one actually makes so many strange references to Australian animals in conversation except in misrepresented American movies. Even the Character names-Shazza, Wayno..I mean seriously.

If you thought that there was nothing worse on Netflix that is Kisses Stand 2? Well, it arrived. A movie that follows from the original Netflix series of the same name. Unnecessary. An Adventures movie. It is about an international rescue competition, where the US team is intoxicated and is replaced by the least fit. Quality. They continue to use adults to make teen characters, which is seen out of context. Ideal for children and adolescents who like bland jokes and flatulence, if you are that age or have watched the series you will like it, if not, avoid it. Avoidable at all costs.

Absolutely great perfect for people from four to sixteen.