The film initially shows the downfall of a famed metropolis, then jumps forward many centuries to introduce "Milo," a somewhat awkward young man whose grandfather was captivated by the enigma of the vanished landmass. A very wealthy individual, "Preston Whitmore," enlists him for a risky journey to uncover the reality—and they set off with a submarine and a team that clearly has ulterior motives. The initial forty mi…

It’s truly a letdown, especially considering how remarkable the first one was. Michael J. Fox leaving the role of Milo right away sets a negative tone for the movie, and that impression is only reinforced by the noticeably cheaper animation style. The story begins with some mild appeal, even if it resembles an episode of *’What's New, Scooby-Doo?’*, but then it falls apart due to two weak storylines. It tries t…