marcelopietrovich Review of Bloodsport 2

Bloodsport 2 (1996)

Bloodsport 2: A Lackluster Sequel to a Classic Film

[4/10 · 19 February 2023]

"Bloodsport 2, with Daniel Bernhardt, falls short in comparison to its predecessor. While the acting is decent, the characters are lacking in charisma and originality. Additionally, the camera angles and soundtrack do not deliver the same intensity as the first film. The overuse of scenes copied from the original highlights the inferiority of this sequel. What made the first installment great was the balance of the main plot, the kumite, and two subplots involving Frank Dux and the journalist investigating the kumite. Unfortunately, the second movie focuses solely on the kumite and adds a cheesy secondary plot involving a sword. Overall, Bloodsport 2 lacks the charm and depth that made the original a classic."