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Quick Look: 'The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2'

Teen drama still fits the second time around.

The girls are back -- and so are the magical pair of pants -- in this sequel to the hit movie "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants," which itself was based on a series of books by the same name.

Parents need to know that this winning (if unsurprising) update is sure to appeal to teens and older tweens who are fans of both the books it's based on and the four stars, who are veterans of TV shows like "Gossip Girl" and "Ugly Betty."

That said, the characters are older now, and this film takes on more mature themes than the first movie. Some characters are sexually active: One girl loses her virginity, only to have a pregnancy scare soon after. Two underage characters drink wine in one minor scene, there are heavy discussions about suicide, and friendships are tested in sometimes painful ways. But all of these issues are relatable, and it's refreshing to see a film take them on in a straightforward manner. It's also great to see empowered, interested, caring teens make their way in the world.

Rating: PG-13 for mature material and sensuality. Studio: Warner Bros. Directed By: Sanaa Hamri Cast: Alexis Bledel, America Ferrera, Amber Tamblyn, Blake Lively Running Time: 117 minutes Release Date: 08/06/2008 Genre: Drama

Read the complete review of "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2" at Common Sense Media.

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Posted by B.C. Wed Aug 13, 2008 3:27am PDT

Sounds like an interesting movie.

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Posted by oreo.luver!!!!! Mon Aug 18, 2008 9:48am PDT

this is a fantastic movie, if you have any doubts, ask everyone who's seen it!

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Posted by Karrie Fri Aug 22, 2008 9:42am PDT

I would like to see it

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Posted by Suzanne Sat Aug 23, 2008 7:42am PDT

i have only seen the first movie it was good i look forward to seeing the second one!

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Posted by Suzanne Sat Aug 23, 2008 7:44am PDT

i don't think i will let my daughter see it with out me

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Posted by uroky Sat Aug 30, 2008 1:26am PDT

hey that's great.ienjoy it

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