Review of Another 48 Hrs. (1990) by Adam B — 27 Jul 2008

Four years ago, San Fransisco Police Detective "Jack Cates" (Nick Nolte) began an investigation on the a drug lord known only as "The Iceman". However, he is the only one who believes the person exists and has been told numerous times by superiors to stop his investigation.

"Cates" has two prime suspects in his investigation, one of which is killed in a shootout with the detective when a nearby gas pump explodes. Since the suspect's gun is nowhere to be found, "Cates" is suspended indefinately.

Once again, he must rely on jailed convict "Reggie Hammond" (Eddie Murphy) for help. But this time, "Hammond" is being released after a four-year stint behind bars. It is quickly learned that there is a price on his head because "Hammond" is the only one who has ever seen "The Iceman", and "Cates" takes it upon himself to protect the convict who helped him in a previous case (SEE: 48 Hrs.). "Reggie" is more than reluctant to join forces with the detective until a group of bikers attack the prison bus transporting him to the bus station.

Another 48 Hrs. is a high-impact action flick with some good comic relief from Nolte and Murphy. The two lead stars still have good chemistry together as they did in the first film.

There are some pretty good visuals in this movie. It has lots of energetic action, and impressive stunt work with motorcycles. However, there are no shots that will be remembered -- with exception to a really good bus rollover.

The supporting cast is not well developed, but they do help move the movie along nicely. And the twist ending made me think it was not the actor who is known to play villains in film and television.

It may not be as good as the first film, but Another 48 Hrs. is still a good flick nonetheless.