Review of Die Hard 2 (1990) by Stefan G — 27 Sep 2014
Of all the Die Hard movies, this is the one I've seen the most, and though it probably isn't as good as its predecessor, it certainly knows how to capture some of the appeal that its predecessor had, resulting in a highly enjoyable sequel that lives up to the standards set by the first Die Hard movie.
The plot does seem like it's a rehash of the first movie at times, but for the most part, it's an entertaining ride, thanks mainly to Bruce Willis' characteristic performance as the main hero.
The rest of the film's cast is fairly interesting, but they're all bolstered by good performances, which, for the most part, helps to make sure that they aren't just filler characters. The film looks just as good as its predecessor, and although it seems odd that the writers decided to carry on the holiday theme, that doesn't seem to hinder the film in any way.
If anything, I actually like the snowy locales in this movie. The action scenes are paced decently, but when the action happens, it's always good to watch, especially when it's the airplane explosion at the end.
Even though it pales in comparison to the first Die Hard movie, and indeed other action movies from its time, it's still a movie that I'd enjoy watching.
This review of Die Hard 2 (1990) was written by Stefan G on 27 Sep 2014.
Die Hard 2 has generally received positive reviews.
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