A few weeks back, I checked out “Happy Death Day,” and it was a total hoot. I mean, it had its spooky bits, but honestly, it was more of a comedy in disguise. So, tonight, I figured it’s only right to dive into the sequel, “Happy Death Day 2U.” You’re right, if you watched the first one, it’s practically a cinematic rule that you’ve gotta see the sequel. I mean, why stop at one loop when you can have two, right?

First things first, this movie takes the whole time-loop thing and cranks it up a notch. It’s not just Tree caught in the same day over and over again – now the whole gang gets in on the action. And it’s not just a slasher movie anymore; it’s like a sci-fi comedy with a dash of heart.

Jessica Rothe is back as Tree, and she’s as awesome as ever. She’s got this perfect mix of wit and vulnerability that makes you root for her, even when she’s stuck in the weirdest of predicaments. The supporting cast is great too, especially Carter and the gang of misfits who are trying to fix the whole time-loop mess.

What really stands out here is the humor. “Happy Death Day 2U” is hilarious. They take the concept of repeating the same day and run with it in the funniest ways possible. The characters get themselves into all sorts of crazy situations, and you can’t help but laugh along with them.

Now, there’s a bit of a sci-fi twist to the whole thing, and they try to explain the time loop with some science mumbo-jumbo. It might get a tad convoluted, but honestly, who cares? You’re here for the laughs and the absurdity, not a science lecture.

One thing to keep in mind is that it’s not as much of a horror movie as the first one. It’s more of a comedy with some thrilling moments thrown in. But that doesn’t make it any less entertaining.

So, in a nutshell, “Happy Death Day 2U” is a blast. It’s a hilarious, wild ride with a dose of heart and a sprinkle of sci-fi. If you enjoyed the first one and don’t mind a bit of genre-bending, give it a shot. It’s the perfect popcorn flick for a fun movie night.