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U/A (INDIA)
2013
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Positive Reviews
74
Negative reviews
48
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2.0
Like its predecessor, its a one joke movie; the difference is that this time around, the joke is better.
Av Club
2.0
Advertisement Red 2s snappy dialogue and zippy pace suggest a 60s style globe trotting caper comedy, albeit one with a lot more killing.
Av Club
4.5
Heres hoping Malkovichs type of clowning doesnt eventually find its way into an Adam Sandler movie.
Den Of Geek
3.0
The best thing about RED 2, like its predecessor, is its lightness of tone.
EW
3.1
Hopkins is way too mannered for this insanityhe delivers the respectable, Hannibal Lecterera Hopkins when we need the dreadful Audrey Roseera Hopkins.
Rogerebert
2.0
If our heroes can locate a secret weapon stashed somewhere in Russia, they can clear their names.
Common Sense Media
3.0
But while its never less than watchable, this sort of droll, dark comedy is harder to pull off than it looks, and the lightness that Red 2 seems to be ..
Variety
2.5
Unfortunately, the fun factor has dwindled away quite a bit, resulting in a lackluster sequel that isnt much different from every other bombastic acti ..
We Got This Covered
3.5
The Expendables understands this, making every cast this grand spectacle of action stars who we never could fathom being in the same film together, dr ..
We Got This Covered
2.0
It should be a zippy ride but stale dialogue and a bored looking Bruce Willis slow things down.
Time Out
2.0
Its amazing how Parkers flighty insouciance or Malkovichs patented peculiarity (where else can we see this inimitable performer decked out in a Carmen ..
Time Out
1.0
The jokes come thick and flat; the action ends with the explosion of an atom bomb somewhere over the North Sea.
The Guardian
2.0
A second helping of the retirees action thriller the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel of shoot em ups, if you will.
The Guardian
1.3
Its a minor delight to watch Hopkins have some rambunctious fun with villainy again, and even Zeta Jones proves engaging as a gaudy seductress.
1.9
The bigger surprise is just how clunky and unsatisfying this follow up feels.
2.5
But when it goes for the kind of winking humour that gave the original much of its charm the sequel feels forced rather than refreshing.
Screen Daily
3.5
With nicely timed sequences stitched together and gags galore, the humour in the film positively crackles!
ETimes (TOI)
4.5
Willis makes it known when he really doesnt care, and in this case, hes at least trying.
Collider
2.5
Whether theres enough gas left in the tank for another sequel might depend as much on the age and enthusiasm of the actors as it does on the movies pe ..
The Hollywood Reporter
2.5
Its all supremely silly stuff, and amusingly so, as long as you dont stop to think about all those blameless officers and agents cut down in the line ..
2.0
Although the romance between Victoria and Ivan heats things up, the one between Sarah and Frank tends to cool things down.
3.5
Like every other cinematic extravaganza these days, its a light entertainment about the threat of annihilation fine on its own terms, and Hopkins is j ..
San Francisco Chronicle
2.0
The movie never establishes the spry comic tone it thinks it has, so that when the action starts and a surprising amount of bodies pile up, it feels e ..
Cinema Blend
3.0
All this is just an excuse for seasoned pros to play with firearms and spoof action thriller conventions.
Ny Daily News
2.0
Suffice to say, RED 2 is a sequel that should have never gotten made.
JoBlo
3.0
Yet, the sequel does not elevate the series in any meaningful or particularly satisfying way and lacks the same broad appeal as its predecessor.
Screen Rant
1.3
1 out of 4 stars Title Red 2 Written by Jon Hoeber, Erich Hoeber Directed by Dean Parisot Starring Bruce Willis, John Malkovich Genre Action Classific ..
The Globe And Mail
3.1
When not inane, the movies trademark mix of gunplay and gags (Why is it terrorists never appreciate Burgundy) is undeniably engaging.
Philly
3.0
But while the comedy of Reds 2 occasionally worksespecially when Malkovich is aroundthe action elements are mostly a drag.
One Guys Opinion
1.5
It should all be so much fun. But Red 2 just feels dutiful, as if its relieved that all its parts somehow fit together properly.
Village Voice
3.1
Moments after an epic brawl ends, Byung hun Lees Han the Hitman limps away, and for effect gives a vigorous shake of the leg that early in the fight w ..
Rogers Movie Nation
2.0
The pic shoots for laughs even when firing away full blast with heavy artillery action.
Sover
3.1
The existence of Red 2 is therefore something of a surprise; sitting through it is nowhere near as enjoyable as the experience of watching its predece ..
ReelViews
2.0
Retired black ops CIA agent Frank Moses reunites his unlikely team of elite operatives for a global quest to track down a missing portable nuclear dev ..
Blu Ray
2.5
RED 2 is neither an improvement nor a significant step down; the movie is, like its predecessor, completely ordinary and mediocre in a middle of the r ..
Mark Reviews Movies
3.0
Laura: I wasnt particularly a fan of RED, finding it relied a bit too much on that twee concept of oldsters acting inappropriately for its comedy.
3.0
If you liked Red , youll like this nicely pitched sequel. It doesnt break new ground but its good mindless summer fun with a great cast.
You Tube
2.0
There are strong characters and a breezy humor to lighten the mood.This is an enjoyable, entertaining summer film.
Lariat
4.0
Its great seeing older talent assembled to entertain viewers. I just wish it was done in a better package and fashion.(Full Parental Review also avail ..
Screen It
2.0
If there is a difference between effortless charm and making altogether no effort at all, Red 2 defines it.
The Wrap
3.0
RED 2 is a decent enough sequel, thanks to likeable performances from a strong comic cast and a mixture of solid action set pieces and witty dialogue, ..
View London
3.1
Theres one difference: The old folks jokes have largely disappeared.
News Day
3.8
In the hands of these award winning actors, a lightweight action comedy sequel with a nonsensical narrative becomes substantial summer entertainment.
News Day
3.0
Its nice to see oldsters cavorting in kaboom movies, but a little of this stuff goes a long way.
Cs Monitor
1.3
It isnt good, it doesnt pretend to be good, it isnt trying to be good.
New York Post
4.0
And as long as it brings back its core four, it will probably be worth the price of admission.
Film Journal International ..
2.5
This leads to a lot of globe trotting and explosions, and increasingly implausible escapes and shoot em ups.Like the quips between the good guys and b ..
Az Central
3.1
The ace cast isnt an extravagance but a necessity.They con us into ignoring preposterous contrivances and make dimwitted dialogue sparkle like Champag ..
Star Tribune
4.5
Theres a freshness in that, too, and the light touch means theres nothing wonky in it.
3.1
RED 2 moves at breakneck speed, barely stopping for passport stamps as it jets off to another international capital, yet it often feels tired and by t ..
Toronto Star
2.0
If it sounds like a ragbag of action tropes, thats exactly what Red 2 delivers, and the result is as disposable as either entry in the more militarist ..
Flim List
3.5
The reason this franchise succeeds is that it never takes itself too seriously.
Eye For Film
2.0
This is the casting that remains irresistible, although Malkovich hams it up on occasions.
3.5
Humor takes precedence over logic, as the intrepid senior spies dash from one escapade to another.
Susang Ranger
3.0
Neatly balancing murderous mayhem with goofy, sophisticated humor, this twisty, blackly comic crime caper is perfectly tuned by its first rate cast.
Boston Herald
2.0
The sequel loses all the freshness and fun, relying on new cast additions to liven things up rather than a decent script or any visual flair.
Express
3.0
Director Dean Parisot adequately makes everything look nicesave some obvious CG in scenes with fast moving cars and actor close upsbut sadly never has ..
The Film Stage
4.0
Theres a freshness in that, too, and the light touch means theres nothing wonky in it.
Flickfilosopher
3.0
Hes been doing this for 40 years and it remains a pleasure to watch.
The Irish Times
5.0
Its pleasant enough to watch these actors at work, but director Dean Parisot allows Malkovich and Mirren to mug shamelesslyperhaps to compensate for a ..
Blogs Indie Wire
3.0
While we applaud the minds behind Red 2 for making a film for adults in a sea of movies for kids and teenage boys, they didnt actually make a good fil ..
Blogs Indie Wire
2.0
Spider Man: Far From Home release date, cast, trailer, and everything else you need to know Feature Your first look at the Spider Man: Far From Home p ..
Total Film
2.0
But I suspect even those who enjoyed it will find their patience tested by this profoundly unnecessary sequel.
The Atlantic
2.0
Forget the plot: you ask is Helen Mirren back to look fabulous while wielding firearms in furs
Standard
4.5
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Tony Medley
3.0
Its not enough to quite make up for the loss of the ensemble that made the first film work so well, but its got its moments.
1.9
The actual story made very little sense, but it did feature four old pros doing what they do best Mirren being droll, Malkovich acting oddly, Freeman ..
Nj
2.0
The Red franchise is harmless fun.It has a high body count, but very little blood and even fewer swears.
Oregon Live
3.8
Director Dean Parisot keeps this featherweight material humming along nicely for at least the first hour.
Movies Tv Guide
3.5
If youre paying much attention to this plot youre kind of missing the point.
Maki At The Movies
3.5
Incessant location changes and elaborate fight sequences may entertain in the moment, but an absence of reason marks a quick flight from memory.
2.0
Sounds fun, right Unfortunately, the reality is dutiful and underwhelming.
Cine Vue
3.0
But Red 2 is infectious good fun, well acted and wonderfully exaggerated escapism.
Nz Herald
1.3
* (out of four) The big idea behind 2010s remarkably dull Red and its miserable sequel is that the previously retired main characters are older than t ..
Red Eye Chicago
2.5
Red 2 is not just a bad movie, its bad karma. And the target audience of adult moviegoers who respect the names in its once vital cast have a bulls ey ..
Stl Today
3.0
Neal McDonough squints and yells and tries to shoot Frank in the head, so hes a likely candidate.
Screen Crush
2.0
Cars careen, lazily written infiltration plans are executed, and the violence is plentiful and toothless.
Ny Times
1.9
What is more egregious than this contrived travel, though, is the plotting itself.Put simply, its routine, contradictory, and silly but not fun, remin ..
Dustin Put Man
2.5
It may be occasionally funny, but the script is so lazy that it never does anything with the characters or situations.
Contact Music
4.3
This seems a reasonable strategy, as the film feels a bit less brutal than its predecessor.
Ar Kansas Online
1.0
Even worse, the cast knows this is a stinker, a reboot to a wannabe series that no one really cares about.
Film Racket
2.0
Lacking the element of surprise that the first film had, this sequel hammers all the things that were handled with such a light touch in the original.
Hollywood And Fine
2.0
Just for fun, theres Ernest Borgnine as the keeper of the super secret CIA files in a vault that officially doesnt exist, and Richard Dreyfuss as a bl ..
Killer Movie Reviews
1.5
Its depressing to watch such once likable characters and conceits sink to the bottom.
The Filmy Ap
1.5
It skates by on charm and the sheer coolness of its many fine actors, who are assembled for whats essentially an Oceans movie with a more AARP friendl ..
Ign
3.1
Rarely photographed in recent years when not wearing spandex motion capture suits, human beings once delighted movie audiences with their ability to c ..
Js Online
1.5
Preferably, in this case, with fewer weak gags and more heavy arms fire.
The Dissolve
2.5
Each one brings a uniquely defined and mostly memorable addition to an overall story thats somewhere in between great and too thin.
Hollywood Chicago
3.0
Red 2 is at least as good as its predecessor, if not noticeably better.
Cinemix Tape
2.5
They spout their dialogue with professional efficiency and roll on to the next staged action set piece, leaving the constantly mugging Malkovich to ma ..
Daily Herald
2.8
On a hot summer afternoon, RED 2 fits the bill the same way a small glass of cool pink lemonade does.
Crave Online
2.5
Unfortunately, while the sequel manages to retain some of the charm of the original, it does little else.
Mercury News
2.0
The result is an energetic, but convoluted, lark lacking any sense of storytelling rhythm.
No La
3.0
Dean Parisot, taking over from Robert Schwentke, resolves to keep it light and frenetic, but if a screenplay ever needed hyperactive stars with monstr ..
The Ooh Tray
3.8
Audiences who have been burned by too many of this seasons high profile titles might want to take a chance on this comparatively small scale effort: L ..
Clclt
3.8
Malkovichs mix of deadpan sweetness and lunacy is gradually pushing Marvin into the pantheon of indelible big screen comedic characters.
Denver Post
3.0
The AARP eligible cast still has it. Next time, the MacGuffin they seek should be a better script.
Movie Mom
3.1
They remain familiar and well worn caricatures, but thats precisely what we hope for and expect out of this franchise.
Cinema Sight
5.0
The original Red was the most fun I had in a theater in 2010. Red 2 is likely to be the most fun Ill have in a theater in 2013.
Tri City Herald
3.0
By all accounts, RED 2 shouldnt be so entertaining its incredibly formulaic, unfocused and almost too silly for its own good but when you have a cast ..
Blog Bullz Eye
3.0
Red 2 is unlikely to blow anyones mind, but most of it is highly enjoyable, with enough moving parts to keep everyone entertained and invigorated. Bes ..
Assignment X
2.0
New director Dean Parisot and writers Jon Hoeber & Erich Hoeber feel more interested in stamping his characters passports and clever transitions/estab ..
Graffiti With Punctuation
3.1
Watching the 68 year old and still dazzling actress wield guns with the best of em and calmly eradicate the corpse of a fresh kill with a bottle of ac ..
Toledo Blade
4.0
The movie is harmless enough except possibly to stunt performers and one gets to enjoy the sight of talented actors playing cliches by either turning ..
Honey Cutts Hollywood
3.0
Even if it does slightly outstay its welcome, it zips along at a jaunty pace and has in Willis (all grim resignation) and Malkovich (knowingly weird) ..
Sky
1.5
What was once engagingly silly is now much closer to insultingly dumb.
Film.com
2.0
Bruce Willis expends so little energy shaping his umpteenth action persona that he cant even be bothered to crack a smile. Luckily, Helen Mirren, Mary ..
Metro Times
4.0
Its not that surprising coming from a Bruce Willis flick, but its thesis of gun lovers being morally superior to bomb lovers is still entirely suspect ..
Critics Notebook
2.5
Such is the movies appeal.But the herky jerky editing is designed to transition as quickly as possible between action sequences, and minimize any bori ..
MLive.com
3.0
It has all the ingredients you could wish for in an easy summer comedy, just dont look too hard for a heart or youll come away with yours sinking.
Hey U Guys
4.0
Whats interesting about RED 2 is that, not only is it better than its predecessor, it is miles better ...
MSN Movies
3.0
Overall were talking fun, firefights, and an enjoyable, but forgettable time at the movies.
3.0
If theres one thing the film lacks, it is a reason to exist because despite the performances, the film feels like a good joke thats been told one too ..
Mid Day
4.0
Despite the casts collective age and the old school stunts, theres not a grey pound Zimmer in sight.
Birmingham Mail
3.0
RED 2 plays it pretty safe, carefully emulating the style and tone of its predecessor, so if you enjoyed the first one, RED 2 should tick the same box ..
The Mercury
3.8
People switch sides from bad to good a lot, but its not like any of that matters because Red 2 is really just an excuse for shootem ups, car chases (t ..
Twin Cities
3.0
Things dont get much looser or goosier than what writers Jon and Erich Hoeber and director Dean Parisot just did.
The Reader (Omaha, NE)
2.0
If there had been no Red, Red 2 would not have been as disappointing.
Fres Nobee
3.0
The movie tries to duplicate the appeal and formula of the first film only to achieve a clumsy mimicry.
Oc Register
2.0
Theres nothing wrong with it at all... save the fact that it doesnt show much of a purpose beyond exploiting a marketable brand name.
Mania.com
3.5
Honestly, there should be a spinoff film just about Marvin and give Malkovich his very own franchise.
Fox News
1.3
Hollywood will never learn the lesson, but, most of the time, you should stop while you are ahead.Not every movie deserves or needs a sequel.
Dc5
3.8
Its witty and satisfying, but I wish it was not so gleefully gun happy and that it did not treat the loss of life entirely as a joke.
Commercial Appeal (Memphis ..
2.5
The globe hopping travails of this pack of lone wolves feel strangely hollow.The audience may want them to succeed, but it feels as if there is nothin ..
Washington Times
2.5
Some of the pacing doesnt work, jokes fall flat, and sometimes scenes seem so jarringly out of place from what just happened seconds before that Im st ..
American Profile
1.5
The plot is all too generic, right down to the ticking bomb climax. You can easily imagine it being taken off the shelf and handed to a bunch of young ..
Movie Talk
3.8
Red 2 does have its share of surprises, and the biggest of these is how funny the picture is and how very much fun the actors in it seem to be having.
Seattle Times
3.1
But credit Willis and Malkovich for keeping a grinning game face throughout.
Rss Feeds Usa Today
3.0
A highly watchable but stilted sequel that serves as a complacent sequel to the fun original.
Big Hollywood
3.8
Good comedy, and a nice reminder that people over 50 can still kick ass.
Ohio
2.5
RED 2 is uninspired, and undercut by weak scriptwriting, ragged editing, mundane action sequences and run of the mill stunts.
Jc Online
1.0
Even though its an improvement over the first RED, the film as a whole is just as disposable.
Television Without Pity
2.0
Who knows if teenagers will appreciate this type of actioner No matter. They get plenty of films designed for them. You go, gramps!
Spectrum (St. George, Utah ..
3.0
In a summer where action movies are increasingly serious to the point of being ponderous, its nice to have a...amusing action adventure with a capable ..
ScreenAnarchy
1.5
Nathalia owns a movie blog, The MovieMaven (http://sdmoviemaven.blogspot.com).
4.0
The global threat ups the ante, meaning that theres room for many (physics defying) action set pieces.
2.5
But I do expect the heroes of an American action movie to display a modicum of morality.
Planit North West
3.0
The details of the mission are a little sloppy, but the appeal of watching Willis, Malkovich, and Mirren rock some serious firepower is still there, m ..
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