Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (PG)
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The penguin flight mechanics who have to repair their plane when they crashland in Africa (long story) are still a hoot, but they are overshadowed by Stiller's whiny alpha-male issues: he's a dancer, not a fighter. The visual invention and draughtsmanship are mightily impressive; a shame the drama's a bit of a bore.
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