⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ (out of 5 stars)
Hutch (Bob Odenkirk) is reluctantly back. In the years since he first came out of retirement, the suburban father has been making up for the sins of his past. After destroying the Russian mob's obshchak money, he has used his "auditing" services to pay off his debt.
Each mission takes him away from his family, and Hutch yearns for a holiday —a family vacation in a town that is home to a theme park he remembers from his youth. Yet, the small town is under the authority of a modern-day bootlegger, Lendina (Sharon Stone) and her corrupt sheriff's department. After a family misunderstanding in the local arcade, Hutch becomes the focus of Sheriff Abel (Colin Hanks) and his deputies. Despite trying to de-escalate the whole situation, the weary husband and father is pushed to make things right with the help of his father (Christopher Lloyd) and his family.
What made the original story resonate with its audience was seeing the vulnerability and internal desire for Bob Odenkirk’s character to keep to his chosen suburban persona. The tension that leads him to return to his former ways allowed this story to be a refreshing spin on a John Wick-inspired tale. While this chapter does its best to recapture the magic of the first movie through a montage that depicts the challenges Hutch faces in serving his overlords while trying to maintain a normalcy for his family. Yet, the violence begins early on and constantly throughout this whole story allowing little time to embrace the humanity of the Mansell family.
From the opening segment until the closing moments, Nobody 2 promises to be a rehashing of the first installment. Not that this is bad or any less fun for those who enjoy these hard-hitting, hyperviolent comedies, but there is nothing new to write home about on this “auditing” excursion.
Reel Dialogue: Yearning for a quiet life*
One element of Nobody 2 that we all can appreciate is the desire to celebrate the quieter side of life. All Hutch wants is some time with his family and to get some rest. Something he found hard to achieve, but not something you need to forgo in your life.
Most people can relate to a peaceful life as they read the short passage from the Apostle Paul.
I urge that… we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.
In our modern, fast-paced world, it can be challenging to stop and see the joys of this world. The passage in 1 Timothy 2:2 can challenge us all to slow down and appreciate the gift of life for what it truly means to us all. By pausing, we gain the time to consider not only our own lives but also how God fits into our world.
He gave us the blessing of life, but have you taken time to appreciate this gift or even, the giver?
*Original text from God in 60 Seconds
