Review of Deadpool 2 (2018) by Ahmed A — 12 Aug 2018

DP2 goes bigger than the first in every sense, but also somewhat better. The plot is more convoluted yet way more convincing and focused. The story itself is more thrilling. The pacing is impeccable. The script also gave all the characters a fair share of screen time and importance that will make you thoroughly invested in them, specially the old characters.

In contrast to the original, the villains are very compelling and potent; because their motives are way more plausible, but most importantly more clear.

Deadpool 2 is also more heavier in meta jokes, and that's where "bigger" doesn't necessarily mean "better". Honestly, this movie has more creative and funnier jokes that you'd never believe they could exist, but the element of shock and awe can't be put back into its bottle. The result is a smarter, and quite funny, jokes that don't work as well as the original's.

The action is very good, and that's very frustrating! David Leitch is one of the best action film directors who work today, because he make design action sequences and stunt work that can't be forgotten; some of John Wick and Atomic Blonde's action sequences still stick in my mind. However in this film, Leitch made enjoyable action sequences, but totally forgettable.

What surprised me in this movie is that it has a strong emotional impact that is rare to be in a superhero movie. Some scenes are really touching and emotionally devastating.

All in all, I think Deadpool 2 is a slight improvement upon its predecessor, but it proves again that Ryan Reynolds as Wade WIlson/Deadpool is one of the best superhero casting choices ever along with Hugh Jackman as Logan/Wolverine, and Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark/Iron Man. Also, this mid-credits scene is simply the best and coolest mid-credits scene ever put to film!

(8.5/10).