Extraction 2

If Chris Hemsworth is the successor to 1990s Sly and Arnold, I say yes, thumbs up, because that is exactly how straightforward Extraction 2 is. And that's why it is subjectively a notch higher than the overly mythological and monumental John Wick: Chapter 4. Hemsworth gets his hands dirty, bleeds, burns, shoots down helicopters, kills with a screwdriver, and at least half of it is in one take with no cuts. Anyone whining about the bad visual effects should realize that this is not an A-list blockbuster going into theaters and costing 150-200 million, but it’s made for TV and costing barely a third of that. 9 times out of 10 there are more breathtaking scenes than most genre films will allow you to dream of, in fact I haven't seen anything this intense in a very long time – this is how The Grey Man should have looked like! An exemplary tribute to the craft of action, a masterful work of cinematography, editing and fight choreography. Come on, let’s have a threequel because Hemsworth is king. (06/16/2023)

Sam Hargrave is steadily building a strong brand in Hollywood. There aren't many stunt franchises like this in the current market, especially ones as successful (John Wick is still the best, let's not kid ourselves). I had high expectations for Extraction 2. I was hoping they'd take the action up another notch, and they succeeded. The one-shot sequence was breathtaking; the stunt performers and especially the cameramen really went all out. For me, the best part was definitely the sequence with the helicopter landing on a moving train; I was absolutely amazed (the film is full of unconventional ideas). Besides the flawless action, the setting has also shifted; we visit Georgia and Vienna. I’m not sure why, but the Indian setting in the first film interested me more. The story doesn’t offer much intrigue (India was better in this respect)... That annoying kid, Sandro, will probably haunt me in my dreams, he's a terrible character... I’m looking forward to the third film, but the first one still holds the top spot for me. I give it 7.5/10. (06/25/2023)

It makes me proud that the pumped-up and visually irresistible action scene from the prison was filmed right here in the Czech Republic. The stunts, camera, and other related work are top-notch, making Extraction 2 one of the biggest events outside of traditional cinema distribution. How much more shocking it is, then, that the plot, which only serves as a necessary complement to the first installment, stretches clichés that I thought had been abandoned in the 1990s, and the events on the Georgian side of the barricade suddenly become an unwanted parody. (06/19/2023)

Another hellish ride full of action, violence, blood, shootings and everything that a genre film like this should have. Technically, the film is top notch, the explosions, helicopter collisions and bombing all around are of the highest standard and I'd say meticulously executed to perfection and all I need for total satisfaction is more bloodshed on the part of the "good guys", to make it more believable, and more brutal violent sequences to satisfy my craving for gore. But other than that it's a first class action film that is a feast for the eyes and second to none. (06/16/2023)

With the first movie, I loved the action but felt like the story left my mind completely blank afterward. The sequel promised stunning Czech landscapes and Netflix’s generous investment. Once again, the action is incredible. The car cockpit shots showing action-packed surroundings are mind-blowing, and Chris Hemsworth’s fight scenes, shot in a single take, feel like they’re pumped with double doses of adrenaline. However, the story is still a black hole. The characters are flat and emotionless, so don’t expect any miracles or deep feelings. It’s time to admit that despite Chris in the lead role, Extraction is pure B-movie fare, albeit with fantastic technical execution. It took me a while to come to terms with that. (06/22/2023)