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Alexis Bledel
St. Agnes Academy, Houston, TX
Actress Bledel of “Gilmore Girls” fame went to this Houston school but was known there by her first name, Kim.

A trio of supplemental features will be included, all of which presented in either 1080i or 1080p high definition. They are as follows.
- Go Jump Off a Cliff: Exhilarating Final Sequence Not in the Script — Inspired by Fan Reaction to Theatrical Version
- Additional Scenes
- Gag Reel - On-Set Bloopers and Jokes
Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 on Blu-ray is expected to carry an SRP of $35.99.

My husband threw a surprise birthday party for me when I turned 30. But other than that, I really never did anything grand for my birthday. Do you go all out when it’s your big day? And if not, what point did you stop?

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For every girl who cried like a baby when watching the first Sisterhood film, fear not: the second installment in the movie series does not disappoint on the drama.

Lena (Alexis Bledel) is still in love with her Greek ex-boyfriend, Kostos, but he’s already gotten married. Tibby (Amber Tamblyn) has a pregnancy scare. Bridget (Blake Lively) goes to an archaeology camp in Turkey but sneaks away to Alabama to meet her estranged grandmother. Carmen (America Ferrera), depressed because the other three girls are off at various summer schools, decides to follow a college friend to a summer theatre program and ends up landing the lead role in a production of The Winter’s Tale.

Director Sanaa Hamri follows diligently in the stylistic footsteps of Ken Kwapis, the first film’s director, competently juggling four storylines and generally making a very pretty movie, especially when the girls all go to Greece. The pacing is usually brisk and engaging, although there are parts that stumble.
Lively’s character is almost given too much to do, what with an international excursion and unearthing a family secret, which makes the film feel a little lopsided at times.

The Kleenex moments are often but never cheap, and it’s really a testament to the actors that the drama rings true. Tamblyn as the “rebel” Tibby stands out in a performance that is both hilarious and heartbreaking.

Hamri gets the most out of a talented cast, with help from Oscar nominee Shohreh Aghdashloo as the head archaeologist at Bridget’s camp and Blythe Danner as Bridget’s grandmother Greta.

When the first film came out, Bledel and Tamblyn were the big television stars, on “Gilmore Girls” and “Joan of Arcadia”, respectively. But both those shows got cancelled. Now Ferrera is the star of “Ugly Betty” and Lively has shot to fame with “Gossip Girl”.

This change in fortune doesn’t make any impact on “Sisterhood” - the actors still inhabit the same characters they did in the first film, albeit a little more grown up.
“Sisterhood” is a well-crafted movie - maybe not for everyone (obstinate boyfriends in particular), but heartfelt and worth seeing.

Maddy Busch, 13

Grade: B+

Sweet. It was a sweet story, about how true friends can make it through anything. In this sequel the friends learn how to deal with problems and make it through tough times without using the magic of the pants as much. I really enjoyed how each girl has her own story and issues to deal with.

Favorite scene: When you realize what a great guy Tibby’s boyfriend is and how he is willing to stay with her even if she’s pregnant.

Least favorite scene: When Carmen (America Ferrera) comes home to meet with her three friends and spend the summer together, but learns that they are all busy and going away for the summer. I felt bad for her.

Betsy Busch, Mom

Grade: B

Touching. I enjoyed this follow up to the first “Sisterhood,” though this movie was more serious and sad at times. All the actors did an excellent job, and the characters have grown and matured. I found Bridget’s struggle to come to terms with her dead mother very touching, and I sympathized with Carmen’s various problems with men, friends and her mom. I like the fact that these girls put such emphasis on their friendship, and realize that good friends are worth the effort.

Favorite scene: When Bridget finally begins to have closure concerning her mother’s death, and tells her father they need to support and help each other.

Least favorite scene: When Lena’s long lost love from Greece comes all the way to her campus to tell her he still loves her and is no longer married, and she barely speaks to him. He deserved more than that.

Jeff Busch, Uncle

Grade: C+

Entertains. This film was a bit cliche’ but still quite entertaining. I think movie-goers will enjoy the scenery and all four of the major characters as they bond in their friendship. To sum it all up: a chick flick that entertains.

Favorite scene: The scenes filmed in Greece, especially the ending scene where the friends are reunited and working together in Greece.

Least favorite Scene: The pregnancy scare involving Tibby and her boyfriend. I feel it’s an overplayed topic.

Sandy Busch, Grandma

Grade: B

Enjoyable. This film is geared for the younger female audience. It is an interesting story about the lives of the four college girls who have bonded through the years with the help of a pair of blue jeans that tie them together. I found it enjoyable and realistic, as it pertains to the ups and downs of life.

Favorite scene: I enjoyed when Carmen landed the lead female role opposite the boy she is beginning to like. She lands the role despite the help of her so called ‘friend’ Julia.

Least favorite scene: Tibby’s plight thinking she might be pregnant, and then driving to Carmen’s for some support, but ending with them exchanging unfriendly words.