Not a patch on the Original

Rating: Null/10 (15 February 2003)

Whereas the original Blade was an edgy, dark thriller with awesome, real, action sequences, the sequel is almost comic-like, with enhanced special effects and well-choreographed fight sequences. However, the plot and the characters are wafer-thin and the Reapers, the new bad guys, are hardly given any substance to. Wesley Snipes is about the only thing that carries the movie as he really suits the character. Unfortunately, every other character has only a few moments to establish themselves before we move into another extended fight sequence. Overall, an average sequel, but do watch it if you liked the original Blade