John Wick Chapter 2 (2017)

I did not plan on giving this movie the same exact score as the original but here we are. John can’t catch a break. He ties up the loose ends from the first movie and is ready to chill out again. Of course, some idiot wants to drag him in and force him to do his assassin thing. It kept that similar serious mixed with cheeky moments. The way everyone casually knows everyone is still the funniest aspect of this movie. It does a great job of expanding the world and showing that the bureau reaches far and wide. Anyone can be a member and you’d never know it. The action is impeccable and the mirror section was trippy and confusing but in a good way. Needing to reload guns continues to be very realistic in this film. When he is out of ammo, he improvizes! This series continues to be a fun action film saga with not a lot to complain about. Non-action scenes do drag a bit at times, but it’s not bad enough to complain about. Keanu Reeves is the gift that keeps on giving. Definitely worth the watch.

Story - 18%

Characters - 20%

Pacing - 16%

Spectacle - 20%

Entertainment - 18%

Total score: 92%

Grade scale:

90%-100% = must watch

80%-89% = solid, but could be better

70%-79% = Not terrible, watch if the characters or story interests you

60%-69% = only watch for completionist reasons

0%-59% = just skip it, I find the positives and they don't exist here