Review of Taken 2 (2012) by Kieran T — 24 Mar 2014

Just a repeat of the 1st movie. Only the parents are now kidnapped.

This review of Taken 2 (2012) was written by Kieran T on 24 Mar 2014.

Taken 2 has generally received mixed reviews.

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