(2.5 / 4)
With solid additions to the cast and exhilarating action sequences, Deadpool 2 is an improvement to its predecessor, even if the relentless meta-humor grows tiresome.
The Deadpool franchise has become the alternative for fans of the superhero genre who prefer their action spectacle to be paired with crude and profanity-laced humor instead of the family friendly quipping variant of the MCU. Upon seeing the original Deadpool film in 2016 I recall being extremely impressed by the film’s willingness to embrace its R-rating and the revolutionary self-awareness of the film’s place in the real world. After watching Deadpool a second time at home, I found that much of the novelty had worn off and it was apparent that the film’s ceaseless emphasis on being as R-rated as possible made the story feel monotonous over time and dampened my enjoyment. While Deadpool 2 manages to improve upon the formula of the original that will no doubt provide an enjoyable experience for fans of its predecessor, the same issues of the first cause the film to falter as it progresses.
(3.5 / 4)