Half as good as original, at best

Rating: 5/10 (26 January 2007)

While this presentation is only 10 minutes shorter than its predecessor, it seemed about half as long in terms of content versus the original -- but twice as long in-terms of being a far, far less-interesting story, and a disappointing sequel to an excellent original.
I agree completely with those who have said that the director (and writer) seemed to have placed the majority of effort solely on the special effects aspect, with the storyline far below the quality of the original.
It's a shame, considering that talents of Smith, Jones and Torn, and the material was so weak at times, it seemed to affect the intensity of their performances as well.
I rated the original at 9*.. Marking this sequel at 5* is generous, since it probably should be no better than half the rating of the original, probably a bit lower.