Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day - Movie Review

Of course, please take into consideration that this review is based off my own opinionated bias of the film. Though some individuals will take delight in viewing a sequel to the cult classic Boondock Saints, my views reflect otherwise. In fact, I was hesitant to negatively critique the sequel to such an inspiring film. Unfortunately, I personally do not believe that the respective sequel enacted the principle that the McManus brothers so strongly suggested....justice.

The Plot

The original Boondock Saints conspired to inflict justice on unrighteous mafia, assassins, etc. And the sequel to the film recreates similar objectives and action sequences. Eight years later the brothers subject to their prior motives, and seek out as assassin who is obviously attempting to lure the father, II Duce, out of hiding. Of course, unaware of the reasons, proper planning is neglected and the brothers simply proceed to acquire information on an intentional framing. Throughout the film they adopt a Mexican drifter, encounter various reoccurring characters from the original, including visions and recollections of a deceased friend, and inconspicuously roam the city unidentified.

The Characters

Nearly all the characters from the original are cast again respectively. The brothers, Connor and Murphy, and portrayed by Norman Reedus and Sean Patrick Flannery. Billy Connelly is II Duce. Clifton Collins is the new addition, and replacement of Rocco. And the overacted Julie Benz, tragically adopts the role of the new "special" agent attached to the case. Other additions include Peter Fonda and Judd Nelson. As much as I appreciated Reedus and Flannery from the original, they unfortunately reprised their roles in an unjustified sequel. Along with Collins, the most memorable moments include brief comedic relief and discriminating comments. Nearly every scene acted by Benz includes slow motion filming, hair blowing, and a completely irritating dialogue.....such as "I am so smart, I make smart people look retarded."

Personal Opinion

The aforementioned bias refers to the entirety of the film. Opening credits depict a reformed family living in Ireland, only to suddenly reintroduce a transformation back to our apparent vigilantes. Each dramatically cut their own hair, and shower scenes provide irrelative close-ups of each individual's backside. Pointless visions are delivered throughout the film, in which meaningless dialogue is initiated out of context. I kept anticipating and wishing that the film would suddenly revert back to its original counterpart; however, the scenes only frustratingly became worse. For those who have read reviews stating that individuals who liked the first, who also like the sequel; do not be mislead. I thoroughly enjoyed the original and have seen it at least 10 times. The sequel, unfortunately, does not deliver similar satisfaction. My favorite part of seeing this in theaters was the previews....