: Several pop stars (including Justin Bieber ) are assassinated while wearing Derek's signature "Blue Steel" look, leading Fashion Interpol agent Valentina Valencia (Penélope Cruz) to recruit the duo.
: Distributed by Paramount Pictures , the film opened on February 12, 2016 .
: Principal photography took place in Rome, Italy , between April and July 2015. Zoolander No. 2
: Kristen Wiig joins the cast as Alexanya Atoz , the eccentric head of the House of Atoz, who conspires with the escaped Jacobim Mugatu (Will Ferrell).
: A major narrative arc involves Derek attempting to reconnect with his estranged, smart, and "overweight" son, Derek Jr. (Cyrus Arnold). Reception and Impact : Several pop stars (including Justin Bieber )
The following overview examines the production, reception, and themes of , the 2016 sequel to the 2001 cult comedy. Production and Release
: The film was directed by Ben Stiller , who also co-wrote the script with Justin Theroux , John Hamburg , and Nicholas Stoller . : Kristen Wiig joins the cast as Alexanya
: Arriving 15 years after the original, it was dedicated to the memory of Drake Sather , the character's co-creator. Plot and Characters