The Devil Wears Prada “2” / The Devil Wears Prague Spoilers

Okay, I must admit that before starting this article, I have to say that this movie is one of the best I've seen at least this year.

I really liked the first one, but nothing compares to the second. Not only do I think the script improved considerably because they didn't leave any plot threads unresolved, but I also think the character development was deeper; it didn't seem as superficial as the first version. Here we could see consistency.

In fact, I'll dedicate myself to talking about the plot, the interesting plot twists, and the development of the characters that stood out the most for me.

First of all, we have Miranda. In this movie, unlike the other one, at least in my opinion, she had a lot of relevance because we could see her more "human" side, her family life, very far removed from that fearsome and "hateful" image she always projects.

In the film, you can see and feel not only the anguish of the woman behind the brand, when she realizes that a single mishap in her "perfect" image can destroy her entire empire, and this is incredibly important. For this reason, I understood why renowned actors like Tom Holland, Zendaya, and Ross Lynch know how to separate their private and professional lives—an excellent balance, and that's what this type of film is all about. A single, malicious criticism from a "hater" can destroy an entire life. And social media carries a high risk.

Nowadays, with all the talk about influencers, fitness, and that kind of thing, people tend to be convinced that what is being said is real, which can cause deep psychological damage and even the desire to commit suicide.

When we see how all the media pressure wreaks havoc on the pristine image Miranda projects, or has always projected, we see her human side emerge. She reveals to the public her anxieties, her worries about losing her image, her influence, and even her brand, and this drives her to try to clean up her image at all costs. As a viewer, you feel bad for her, even though you hate her in the first film. You understand that, like any brand director, sometimes you have to keep smiling, make difficult decisions, and pretend that everything is fine in front of the cameras. And that made me understand her human and admirable characteristic: she's like any woman, wife, mother, brand director, or SEO of a large company. She suffers just like everyone else and can't always be on a pedestal.

On the other hand, we have Anne Hathaway's tremendous role as Andy. I must admit that, of all the characters in the story, I think she has the best character arc. Her work as a journalist and writer is powerful and crucial to the plot.

Thanks to her skills and her´s knowledge of the publishing world, she's able to obtain the necessary tools to clear Miranda's reputation. What I love most is how you see her entire development—real, genuine, and human. She taught me that in life you have to work hard to achieve your dreams every day, and that often requires sacrifices, like focusing so much on her career that she traveled the world, explored it, and also continued studying, learning, and staying active. This gives her a lot of maturity. You also see her more human side: her worries about salary, maintaining a stable job that would allow her to pay her rent and even other basic necessities like water, electricity, and internet. This is a necessary aspect for comfort and the proper development of our basic human needs: cleanliness, hygiene, and interpersonal relationships, beyond the purely professional sphere.

One aspect of her with which I identified is her ability to always remain original and true to herself, not letting work completely consume us or change our essence to fit into a mold that, it seems, isn't made for us, or even to follow a society as empty as New York where work is more important than personal and intimate life. And it reinforced my belief that "practice makes perfect" because, having the opportunity to be the editor of Miranda's magazine and help her out of her predicament, she had to learn how to write those articles without abandoning her sparkling personality.

We have Emily Charlton's development, which was the best plot twist in the story. She pretended to be an ally of Miranda and Andy the whole time, but in reality, at the end of the movie, she revealed her true colors… buying the rights to Miranda's magazine and becoming its executive editor, Miranda's position. That "villain" role suited her perfectly. I loved her performance as a "double agent," and even the "lawyer for God's archenemy" was truly delightful and unexpected. I also loved her character as a "femme fatale," like when she manipulated and controlled her boyfriend as she pleased, not only to the point of buying the magazine because he was a millionaire, but also the betrayal she committed against Miranda and Andy, which, by the way, they resolved very well. I loved it.

She had her own unique charm, plus she was a redhead, and according to many international legends, redheads are considered "bad luck," often associated with witches, vampires, mermaids, and even "vixen," and this character perfectly embodied that reputation. I want to clarify that I don't agree with these beliefs, nor do I agree with that old belief, as far back as I can remember, that supposedly "redheads" are some kind of "genies in a bottle" and that if you pinch the arm of the person next to you, we'll grant you a wish, hahaha.

I remember seeing more than one person doing that stupid thing when I was a kid in elementary school. I hated those derogatory comments. As a natural redhead, I can tell you that we are not "anyone's biggest misfortune," and we don't grant any wishes. Sorry, guys, for shattering that false illusion. However, I must admit that for the sake of the film's plot and the "dark humor" it possesses, Emily's character lived up to expectations and was perfect for that role, within the film and its world.

Last but certainly not least, in my opinion, we have the beautiful redemption of Miranda's assistant, her loyal friend and protector of both her and Andy: Nigel Kipling. Her guardian angel. I loved this character, and his great and well-deserved ending—being promoted to the position he always wanted within Miranda's company, representing the entire magazine at public events that she couldn't attend, as happened at the end of the episodeis the best crescendo for the character.

In conclusion, I believe this film was absolutely worth the wait, even its delayed release. It's understandable that it took so long to film and produce because the set design, the costumes, and even all the prominent artists and designers within the fashion industry were the most outstanding aspects that ultimately forged this film and ensured its enduring relevance. It made it timeless; I believe that for many generations to come, new critical and literary analyses of it will continue to be discussed. All I can say is that I loved this movie.