DESPITE A hostile critical reception, fans in Dublin cinemas were giving Sex and the City 2rave reviews last night.
Edel Corrigan from Drumcondra said the film was everything she expected it to be: “Fabulous and over the top”.
“The clothes were amazing and the girls were great together,“ she said, adding “it was a really fun movie, and a great film for a girly night out“.
Though the film has variously been described by critics as sexist, tasteless, anti-Muslim and a step backwards for feminism, screenings are expected to be sold out over the coming days.
All night-time screenings at the Savoy cinema on O’Connell Street are sold out for the next few days, according to manager Sandra O’Donoghue.
“The phones have been ringing non-stop for weeks with people inquiring about the movie.”
At the Savoy last night, Bronagh Kingston, who attended the premiere in London on Thursday night said: “I’ve just got off the plane and have come straight to see it again.”
The die-hard fan, whose engagement ring is identical to Charlotte’s in the film, said: “I’ve been obsessed with the programme for 12 years.”
“The film was very funny and bright, even my husband enjoyed it. He’s my Mr Big,“ she said.
Ms Kingston, who wore Michael Kors shoes for the occasion, added: “It’s a great film to see with the girls and that’s what it’s all about, supporting each other.
“I am definitely going to see it for a third time.”
Michelle Delaney from Rathmines attended the Savoy with fellow nurses from Tallaght hospital, Ciara Barry, Ciara Geraghty and Catherine Vooght, who all donned dresses and heels for the occasion, with Catherine wearing a ‘Love’ necklace similar to one Carrie wore in the series.
“I’m looking forward to seeing all the fashion, clothes and shoes,” said Michelle.
Also there was Meabh Ní Chathasaigh, a teacher at Gaelscoil Bharra in Cabra, who “more or less came straight from school to see the film”.
“I’d like to say I’m most like Carrie but that would be living in a dream world, as my wardrobe isn’t even close to hers,” she said.
Most were able to identify at least a little with one or more of those characters.
Kelly Ann Carroll from Stillorgan donned a Diane von Furstenberg dress, Tory Burch cardigan and Tory Burch pumps all bought in New York, which she said was “very fitting for the occasion”.
The assistant buyer for Penny’s added: “I known it’s a real cliché but I can identify with Carrie because of her clothes and shoes.”
“I am addicted to shoes and bags and have been to New York 11 times on shopping trips.
Ms Carroll added: “The first film was quite sad but this is much happier”.