Deadpool 2 (2018)

Norman calls it a superior sequel, praising its relentless verbal and visual gags. He especially singles out Ryan Reynolds’s brilliant, perfectly suited performance.

The critic finds the sequel funnier and more entertaining than the original, while retaining its irreverent superhero parody. They single out Ryan Reynolds’ performance and David Leitch’s muscular, inventive action for praise.

The critic finds the sequel as funny as its predecessor and a refreshing antidote to superhero fatigue. They praise its fluid mix of bloody action and lewd comedy, anchored by Ryan Reynolds’s irreverent performance.

Turner finds the sequel a funny, satisfying antidote to superhero fatigue. He praises its rapid-fire jokes, energetic action and strong performances, though he notes that the profanity sometimes goes too far.

The critic says this is a rare comedy sequel that improves on its predecessor. They praise its outrageous set-pieces and Leitch’s energetic, extravagantly gratuitous action.

Sragow views the sequel as an improvement and a satisfying return to the comic’s roots. He praises its pulpy, irreverent spirit.

The headline suggests the sequel stays true to the original’s irreverent spirit. The standfirst highlights the return of the potty-mouthed hero with new companions.

Barker finds the sequel sharper and funnier than the original, though its relentless rudeness and uneven jokes sometimes undermine it. He singles out the X-Force team-building scenes as the film’s funniest stretch.

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The review finds the sequel funny and charming but less subversive than it aims to be. It praises Ryan Reynolds’ skill at blending comedy with emotional pain, while criticizing the film’s treatment of its diverse characters.

Newman finds the film’s humor hit-and-miss, with wearisome stretches before the story comes together. He praises Julian Dennison’s funny performance and the midpoint jail-convoy sequence, while criticizing jokes that have outlived their welcome.

Cole finds the film uneven, with its parody and jokes often falling flat. He praises the chaotic X-Force parachute sequence and the chemistry between Reynolds and Brolin.

Strong finds the film juvenile, repetitive and culturally stale. She singles out Zazie Beetz’s Domino as its highlight, while noting there is little competition for that distinction.

The review finds the sequel’s jokes wearing thin and its plotting more conventional. It singles out the humor as the main weakness, saying it loses its impact.

Yamato finds the sequel overfamiliar, arguing that its snark and gross-out humor have lost the original’s freshness. She singles out Celine Dion’s theme song as the film’s one genuinely surprising highlight.

Brody finds the sequel deadening despite some improvements over the original. He faults its corporate feel and argues that its diverse cast and self-aware jokes conceal a politically hollow, contextless story.

Edelstein finds the film tedious and predictable, with jokes that mostly miss and action that feels undistinguished. He praises Josh Brolin’s dignified, affecting performance as Cable and notes that a few gags land.

The critic finds the sequel smart, emotionally engaging, and more consistently funny than the original. They single out Zazie Beetz’s Domino as a standout, while wishing she had more screen time.

The review finds the sequel an almost perfect follow-up that builds on the original’s appeal. It praises Julian Dennison’s comic timing and vulnerability, while noting that the pop-culture gags can become overwhelming.

Kaye finds the sequel bigger, funnier, and better than the first, with more story and stronger characters. He particularly praises David Leitch’s coherent, visceral action and Josh Brolin’s layered performance as Cable.

Crawford finds the sequel entertaining and says it succeeds through Ryan Reynolds’s appeal and its familiar formula. He praises Josh Brolin’s Cable and Zazie Beetz’s Domino, while noting that the second act sags and Negasonic Teenage Warhead is underused.

The critic finds the sequel a mostly successful improvement, though its lazy plotting and self-undercutting jokes weaken it. They especially praise Ryan Reynolds’ comic timing and Zazie Beetz’s effortlessly charming performance as Domino.

The critic finds the sequel entertaining but less satisfying as a whole. They praise David Leitch’s energetic visuals and single out the action sequence featuring the major players.

The critic finds the sequel entertaining and amusing, but ultimately a by-the-numbers replay that does not raise the stakes. Zazie Beetz’s performance as Domino is singled out as especially enjoyable.

Dunn finds the sequel funny and improved, but not as subversive as it imagines itself to be. He praises the inspired mutant-team sequence and Julian Dennison’s comic delivery, while faulting the film for familiar superhero clichés and underusing Domino.

Fennessey finds the film wildly entertaining but overstuffed, with its excess sometimes undermining the story. He praises Ryan Reynolds’s sharp, chatty performance and the film’s willingness to say what other superhero movies leave unsaid.

The critic finds the sequel uneven: often funny and clever, but weighed down by bloat and self-consciousness. Domino’s inventive action scenes and Zazie Beetz’s delivery stand out as highlights.