A lot better than average, as sequels go

Rating: 8/10 (12 May 2008)

A lot better than average, as sequels go. While, yes, there are some plot holes (as with most movies) this one does what horror films are supposed to do. If you let yourself, you will go with the flow and experience the building dread. I understand that there is supposed to be some political subtext involving the soullessness of the U. S. military, but really, in the face of such a demonstrated, truly existential threat, what exactly else would a military command do? Militaries are there to do things in the performance of their duties that would otherwise be immoral, such as depriving others of life and/or liberty when it is necessary to do so. Anyway the film is well-acted, well-photographed (although I think that jerky camera shooting has run its course) and well-paced. Special kudos to Rose Byrne and Imogene Poots (what a name!) for nailing grueling roles. If you liked the first movie at all, I think you'll like this one.