Thursday, March 04, 2021
Coming 2 America
Move over Fresh Prince of Bel-Air for the new Prince of Queens as “The Lion King” meets “The Princess Diaries” meets “Black Panther” in this sequel to the 1988 Coming to America. Eddie Murphy & Arsenio Hall reprise their roles as Akeem & Semmi & return to New York City to find the son that the now King Akeem never new existed. This is a hilarious tribute to Black culture & heritage while staying true to the original. It’s the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree in a struggle between following tradition & going with your heart. The plot is predictable but lots of fun to watch. The all-star cast includes Jame Earl Jones, Wesley Snipes, Tracy Morgan, Leslie Jones, & so many cameos (see how many you can recognize). I’m not sure if I ever have seen the entire original or just bits & pieces. But I was entertained. I’m sure that fans of the original will recognize the many Easter eggs. Look for some spectacular song & dance numbers. Outtakes play throughout the credits.
Alien gives it 3½ “Queens/Zamunda relations” stars out of 4.
