First things first. Colin Firth's character is NOT dead!
Okay. Now that that's clear, let's talk about this diverting second installment of a popular series. Kingsmen headquarters has been destroyed and the world is in jeopardy. Our favorite Kingsman (Eggsy) discovers a secret spy agency in the United States.
Matthew Vaughn ("X-Men: First Class") is back at the helm for a second chapter. This almost 2.5 hour long R-rated actioner is bold, brassy and every minute is fun. The plot is easy to follow, the fight choreography is outstanding and the production design is somewhat over the top.
Part of Vaughn's cast:
This non-stop actioner is rated "R" for language, violence, and implied drug use. Oh, and some blowie uppie stuff, which is absolutely required in an action movie. Be prepared for familiar faces, wit, pathos, and a happy ending.
We were an excited, noisy screening crowd who exited the theater last night. We agreed that this one has absolutely no socially redeeming qualities, it exists simply to entertain. Yeah!
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Here is a trailer:
http://www.imdb.com/videoplayer/vi734968089
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