The Devil Wears Prada 2 review: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt shine a sharp mirror on journalism with timely nostalgia

What works for The Devil Wears Prada 2

With fans practically demanding this film to succeed 2 decades after the original, it leans heavily on its nostalgia, mixed in with the charm of almost all of the original cast. That doesn’t mean any of it falters; Instead, it helps the project move forward with more beauty and a recall factor that will definitely show at the box office.

With every small brand trying their hand at getting in the door to film, there’s a clear push for some of the biggest names to find their way in with potential ease. Thankfully, this means some good jokes at the expense of luxury names and a pizza that have always been the hallmark of the franchise. As expected, the outfits are impeccable, with some of the most coveted numbers from the iconic collection making their way into the stars’ wardrobe.

Without relying entirely on its history, The Devil Wears Prada 2 carries itself with pride and authenticity, holding a big, fat mirror up to the face of the journalism industry and what it has become, or rather, what is left of it. It raises questions and demonstrates the tangibility of it all, especially with the ‘enzyme’ articles that Andy talks about. A difficult relationship. There is emotion and camaraderie and some solace with the return of fashion in the industry, a fact that many will surely appreciate in the film.

What doesn’t work for The Devil Wears Prada 2

Iconic dialogues are nowhere to be found. The 2006 original definitely misses the mark, and although there are a few moments where Miranda vents her anger, it’s not nearly enough. There’s less drama, and perhaps the producers didn’t want to portray Emily in a bad light at the end of it, but it’s all tied together very well without any bad blood, and certainly one can appreciate some realism.

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Acting performance in The Devil Wears Prada 2

There’s obvious grandeur in the film, and obvious growth over the years, especially for Meryl Streep, who is the clear winner in all this. Anne Hathaway also handles herself quite well, as does Stanley Tucci, who finally gets his flowers. The same, unfortunately, can’t be said for Emily Blunt, who, despite being given a significant place in the sequel’s drama (spoiler alert), doesn’t do as malicious a job as to make it believable. Simon Ashley has a great look, but is underutilized due to the sheer power of the film’s main characters.

Final Verdict: The Devil Wears Prada 2

Should you watch it? A resounding 100% yes! The Devil Wears Prada 2 brings back the familiarity of the original and the wonder of the transformed magazine area at its best. It offers a realistic look at the industry at present, albeit a fairly light version, allowing questions and opinions to be formed. The warmth of the cast and their friendship is hilariously portrayed in the sequel, which is practically a celebration of cinema and fashion in the best possible way. Finally, it provides a much-needed fashion rulebook for what will likely be the next year or two in the real world. That is all.