Overview

• Early reactions from critics and social media describe the sequel as a vibrant, gore-splashed action comedy that leans into National Lampoon-style vacation hijinks at a dilapidated water park.
• Reviewers highlight Timo Tjahjanto’s direction, which favors brighter, slapstick-infused violence over the original’s noir melancholy.
• Bob Odenkirk’s heightened physicality and stunt work receive consistent praise, with observers noting that his fight sequences often eclipse those in the first film.
• Sharon Stone earns acclaim for her broad, unhinged portrayal of crime boss Lendina, with multiple outlets calling her performance scene-stealing.
• Set to open on August 15, the film’s brisk 89-minute runtime is lauded for its efficiency, though critics observe that its pared-down narrative comes at the expense of deeper emotional stakes.