Fans of 80s action flicks rejoiced when the Expendables came out in 2010.
In that film, Stallone leads a team on a top secret mission on behalf of the government. Mayhem and bloodshed ensued.
In 2012, Stallone leads a team on a top secret mission on behalf of the government. More mayhem and bloodshed ensued.
I mean, who's kidding who. You're either a fan of action movies like this, or you're not. There are very few fence-sitters who wonder: "hmm...do I want to watch a kick-butt action flick tonight... I'm not sure I'm in the mood for it..."
Yeah, it's always time for an action flick.
Stallone and company pull no punches either. The blood spatters everywhere, and bullets, fists, knives, and anything but the kitchen sink gets used in nearly every conceivable way.
The Expendables is streaming currently on Netflix, and is definitely worth a viewing if you've never taken in the carnage.
As for the Expendables 2...
It's even better than the first one. The romantic subplot is shelved for a tale of straight up revenge when one of their own is killed by...
Van Damme!
Turning the franchise over to Simon West (Con/Air ~ one of the 100 Greatest Movies Ever Made!) was a good decision by Stallone. While he did just fine helming the first one, it seems like turning the show over to another set of eyes let Stallone concentrate on just having a good time in front of the camera.
It's funnier, bloodier, and just plain better than the predecessor.
Also back for a return, The Governator and Bruce Willis. Both have extended parts in the film, and provide some fun during the final battle.
Looking forward to seeing what they've got in store with the franchise from here.
If you haven't seen the first, there is no fine points that you'll miss from jumping in on the second part of the franchise.
If you liked the first, you should love the second.
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