Another Jigsaw puzzle done right!

Rating: 7/10 (3 November 2005)

Saw II marks Darren Lynn Bousman's debut as a director on a major motion picture (though he directed a couple independent films prior to Saw II), so I was a bit weary as to the quality in the direction of the film. After watching Saw II I realized that Bousman can do it (well).
The film takes place after the events of Saw and the film opens with a bone chilling scene (this definitely prepared the audience for what was to come). Bousman kept to atmosphere of Saw, recreating a dark, dirty, and crazy atmosphere.
The story? I believe the story was well written, though some parts could be questioned as to "if" the characters could get away with what was happening (but then again it's a movie). The ending came to me as a surprise too.
Acting? The acting was good at best (but a few actors of the cast members did a hell of a job). There are moments in the film that had characters acting a bit generic and plain.
Overall, I was very happy with this picture and it is a worthy follow up to the original.
I recommend this tile for sure.
7.5
Thank you, JVL www.jvincentlangel.com