Jalmari Helander's highly anticipated sequel, Sisu: Road to Revenge, has been released, featuring Jorma Tommila reprising his role as the world's most able-bodied angry old man. The film, a follow-up to the 2022 sleeper hit Sisu, is a blood-soaked, stunt-filled action movie that sees Tommila's character battling against the Russians. According to critics, the film may not be an improvement over its predecessor, but it is still a major fun ride.
The sequel has been praised for its excessive and gleeful approach to action, with critics drawing comparisons to the original Mad Max. However, some have noted that bigger is not necessarily better, and the larger scale of the film may not necessarily translate to a better viewing experience. "Bigger isn't necessarily better, and this larger-scaled sequel may not be an improvement over its predecessor," said Dennis Harvey, a film critic for the publication. "However, it is still a major fun ride, and fans of the original will likely enjoy it."
Sisu: Road to Revenge is a sequel to the 2022 film Sisu, which was a surprise hit among action fans. The original film was praised for its cartoonishly down-and-dirty approach to action, and its ability to deliver an adrenaline rush to viewers. The sequel continues in this vein, with Tommila's character facing off against innumerable bad guys at high speed on various forms of transport.
The film's excessive approach to action has been praised by some critics, who see it as a return to the days of over-the-top action movies. "The film's excessive approach to action is a breath of fresh air in an era of more subdued and realistic action movies," said Harvey. "It's a fun and entertaining ride that will likely appeal to fans of the original."
However, not all critics have been impressed with the film's approach. Some have noted that the larger scale of the film may make it feel less intimate and less personal than the original. "While the film is certainly fun and entertaining, it may not be as effective as the original in terms of its emotional impact," said Harvey. "The larger scale of the film may make it feel less intimate and less personal, which could be a drawback for some viewers."
The release of Sisu: Road to Revenge marks a significant development in the world of action movies. The film's excessive approach to action is a return to the days of over-the-top action movies, and it will likely appeal to fans of the original. However, it remains to be seen whether the film will be a commercial success, and whether it will be able to replicate the success of its predecessor.
In related news, the film's director, Jalmari Helander, has stated that he is already working on a third installment in the Sisu franchise. "We're excited to see where the franchise goes from here," said Helander. "We're already working on a third installment, and we're looking forward to seeing how the fans react to it."
The release of Sisu: Road to Revenge has sparked a wider conversation about the state of action movies in the modern era. With the rise of more subdued and realistic action movies, some have argued that the excessive approach of films like Sisu: Road to Revenge is a breath of fresh air. Others have noted that the larger scale of the film may make it feel less intimate and less personal, and that it may not be as effective in terms of its emotional impact.
As the film continues to generate buzz, it remains to be seen how it will be received by audiences and critics alike. One thing is certain, however: Sisu: Road to Revenge is a major fun ride that will likely appeal to fans of the original.
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