There is a moment in this sequel to Trainspotting where you hear someone say “You’re here for nostalgia”. Unfortunately that’s also probably the feeling many viewers will have after watching T2. The original 1996 movie stood out because of its story about drug addicts, the crazy characters and shocking moments. Is it really necessary to return 20 years later to visit Renton (Ewan McGregor), Spud (Ewen Bremner), Sick Boy (Jonny Lee Miller) and Begbie (Robert Carlyle) to see where they are in their lives? Continue reading →