Fans of the original “Mamma Mia” will be excited to know that many of the old cast are back after 10 years, featured in the new movie, “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again.” All the leads — Amanda Seyfried, Christine Baranski, Julie Walters, even Meryl Streep — bring you back to the wonderful memories in the colorful Greek island.
When Colin Firth was asked why he wanted to make the film, he said, “I was sort of still mulling it and when I started hearing that everyone was coming back,” he continued, “I was gonna see all my old friends again, and you know, the same familiar faces.” He was hugely drawn to that: “There is a sense of family reunion.”
The new movie continues with the life of Sophie after her mom, Donna (played by Meryl Streep) dies, and recalls Donna’s young life, recreating the romances with the three men who may have been Sophie’s dad.
One of the possible dads, Sam, asks “How can I carry on?” This question also applies to all the characters in the movie and shapes the plot, including daughter Sophie, who figures out that she is just like her mom.
Lily James, who plays young Donna, shows the audience how amazing she as an actress and also as a singer. With the flashbacks to Donna’s life, the beautiful sights and gorgeous pieces of music by the Swedish pop group ABBA, the director creates an imaginative escape. Get ready and join the party!