This is the follow-up to the unexpected Netflix hit from 2020. Chris Hemsworth is back as the fearless mercenary, with more frantic-paced and spectacular action sequences. Director Sam Hargrave returns for the sequel. The former stunt coordinator – similar to how Chad Stahelski progressed to the director's role for the John Wick series – increases the action another notch compared to the first movie. The highlight is a 21-minute "long take". It has impressive choreography to make it look c...
Read Full ReviewThankfully Extraction 2 sticks to the action script. Aside from a little of the usual woke feminist fantasy nonsense, Extraction 2 offers unrelenting, expansive action, after an initial, slow start. This will never be a great movie but its fun, with lots of well choreographed fight scenes, gun play and more besides. The back story is basic but serviceable and the acting from the cast is competent. In summary, this is, for the most part, what a action flick should be, diverting, thr...
Read Full ReviewFULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://thatshelf.com/extraction-2-review-an-impressive-action-showcase/ "Extraction 2 is indeed impressive action-wise. The 21-minute oner (!) should be observed and studied as a brilliant example of how to blend stunt work, cinematography, editing, VFX, and performances - Chris Hemsworth has what it takes to become an action superstar. If only the same care was given to the generic story and the forgettable characters... Basically, this sequel holds precisely t...
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by Henry Jackman,Alex Belcher
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by Henry Jackman,Alex Belcher
by Henry Jackman,Alex Belcher
by Henry Jackman,Alex Belcher
by Henry Jackman,Alex Belcher
by Henry Jackman,Alex Belcher
by Henry Jackman,Alex Belcher
by Henry Jackman,Alex Belcher