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Nobody 2 Review

Bob Odenkirk returns as Hutch Mansell in a sunlit, action packed sequel that leans into family dynamics and style over substance.

August 13, 2025 at 04:00 PM
blur Nobody 2 Review - 'Just the right amount of silly escapism'

A film review considers Hutch Mansell’s vacation misadventure as Nobody 2 blends high tempo action with family moments.

Nobody 2 Delivers Silly Escapism and Bright Action

Nobody 2 follows Hutch Mansell on a family vacation to Plummerville as he clashes with a corrupt sheriff and a vengeful crime boss. The sequel keeps the same star playing against type, with Timo Tjahjanto directing. It adds a stronger focus on Hutch's family life and shifts the mood to a sunlit vacation vibe. The arcade incident shifts the plot into action, and the pace of the set pieces helps keep the energy high. The script introduces a recurring idea about sons being better men than their fathers, but the treatment feels shallow and resolves with little drama. Becca, Hutch's wife, faces the consequences of his reckless style, and their dynamic adds a domestic counterpoint. Overall, the action sequences help cover weaker storytelling even when the film does not reach the first film's sharp energy.

Key Takeaways

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Hutch remains a chaotic force driving the film
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Family dynamics add emotional pull but lack depth
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Action sequences are the film's strongest asset
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Director Tjahjanto injects distinct flavor into each set-piece
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The script relies on familiar father son tropes without strong drama
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Pacing prioritizes spectacle over narrative clarity
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Fans should expect energetic entertainment rather than a franchise reinvention

"The action helps to smooth over some of the ineffectual storytelling."

Notes how action sequences cover weaker plot lines.

"On more than one occasion he is happy to let the sounds of the battle linger before catching up to the carnage."

Describes the director's stylistic choice.

"The plan seems to be working until, in typical Hutch fashion, an arcade incident escalates"

Marks a turning point in the plot.

"Tjahjanto gives each set-piece its own distinct flavour"

Commends the director’s variety in action scenes.

Two ideas shape the film: spectacle and family. The director uses color, sound and varied set pieces to give each scene its own mood, letting battle noise linger before the cut. This approach favors style over a deep plot, which can satisfy fans looking for a loud, sunny ride.

This sequel tests the franchise by leaning on a familiar motif about family and responsibility. It may please audiences hungry for pure adrenaline, but it risks leaving casual viewers wanting more than glossy action. If future installments keep the energy up, they will need to offer more than high speed stunts to stay fresh.

Highlights

  • Escapism with a punch and a wink
  • Color over grit and it still lands
  • Hutch is chaos you want on screen
  • A vacation romp that keeps the pulse racing

The film ends with a playful wink that may keep the franchise moving forward.

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