All Dogs Go to Heaven 2

All Dogs Go To Heaven 2 is a heartwarming, family-friendly animation released in 1996, featuring the voice talents of Charlie Sheen, Sheena Easton, and Dom DeLuise. The film is a sequel to the original 1989 movie, "All Dogs Go to Heaven".

In this adventure-packed, divine sequel, Charlie Sheen takes the reins as the voice of Charlie B. Barkin, the loveable, roguish German Shepherd from the first film. He passes on his distinct energy and charisma to the character, infusing an entirely new flavor into Barkin's witty persona. Alongside him, Dom DeLuise reprises his role as Itchy Itchford, Barkin's best friend and dachshund sidekick. Sheena Easton lends her voice to Sasha La Fleur, a new character and potential love interest for Barkin.

All Dogs Go To Heaven 2 initiates with Charlie and Itchy residing in a divine canine paradise, finding themselves in heaven after their earthly adventures. However, Charlie, feeling out of place in this newfound serene bliss due to his rambunctious personality, begins to yearn for adventure and a bit of a thrill, unlike the tranquil peace that heaven provides.

As fate would have it, his wishes are granted when Gabriel's Horn, a celestial artifact with immense power, goes missing. It's spirited to earth by a mischievous and rogue dog, leading to a dangerous imbalance. Charlie and Itchy are chosen to retrieve the horn and bring it back to heaven, thus marking the beginning of an exciting quest.

As Charlie and Itchy descend back to earth, they find themselves in the vibrant city of San Francisco. The duo is spun into a whirl of adventure, filled with twists, turns, and new characters.

One significant encounter is Sasha La Fleur, an Irish Setter, performed by Sheena Easton. Her character introduces romance into Charlie's realm, providing gentle, soothing music, tender moments and a touch of comedy.

Before long, Charlie and Itchy realize that the retrieval of the horn is not as simple as it appears. The evil Hellcat, voiced by George Hearn, is also after the artifact. His sinister plans involve manipulating the horn's divine power to gain control over all of heaven and earth.

The film maintains a fine balance between comedy, romance, and adventure, enriched and paced beautifully by the music. The soundtracks, penned by Mark Watters and Joel McNeely, further elevate the narrative's highs and lows.

In addition to the standout performances by Charlie Sheen, Dom DeLuise, and Sheena Easton, the film boasts a talent-rich cast. This includes Ernest Borgnine voicing Carface Carruthers, the antagonist from the original film, and Bebe Neuwirth as the voice of Annabelle, the canine angel joint governing Heaven with her counterpart, an archangel puppy also named Anabelle, portrayed by Wallace Shawn. Their unique voice performances add depth and humor to the characters, contributing significantly to the film's charm.

Despite its vibrant, visually appealing animation and engaging plot, All Dogs Go To Heaven 2 touches upon profound themes of redemption, friendship, and self-discovery. It explores various concepts of morality and virtue that resonate deeply with both children and adult audiences, successfully carrying forward the legacy of its predecessor.

Overall, All Dogs Go To Heaven 2 is an enchanting blend of characters brought to life by an all-star cast, compelling storytelling, delightful music, and creative animation, providing a wholesome package of fun and entertainment for audiences of all ages. Its multi-layered narrative makes it more than just a sequel, effectively elevating it to stand on its own as an enjoyable, standalone film, demonstrating that, indeed, all dogs, or in this case, all movies have the potential to create a heaven of their own.