Rating: ★★★☆☆ (7/10)
: A must-watch for the cultural moment. For international viewers: A charming, if niche, musical adventure. Seen in theaters (2023). Runtime: 2h 5m.
Petualangan Sherina 2 arrives 23 years after the original became a cult classic in Indonesian cinema. Directed by Riri Riza and produced by Mira Lesmana, this sequel doesn't just bank on nostalgia—it actively sings, dances, and stumbles through it.
Petualangan Sherina 2 is a flawed but heartfelt return. It respects its legacy without being paralyzed by it. While it never quite recaptures the innocent magic of the first film, it offers a grown-up adventure about finding your voice again—literally and metaphorically.