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CursedderbAug 21, 2012

Freakin loved it.... Big explosions, awesome dialogue and the sooo many old action stars from the 90's and 80's. Now its not for everyone but if you love a good cheesy action movie then go see it. I hate when big time critics and wannabeFreakin loved it.... Big explosions, awesome dialogue and the sooo many old action stars from the 90's and 80's. Now its not for everyone but if you love a good cheesy action movie then go see it. I hate when big time critics and wannabe critics get their panty's in a twist becasue it wasn't "deep enough". Sorry leave your purse at the door and try and enjoy it. The only complaint i had was that it may have been too short and the final fight scene was a little lacking. Also the part with Dolph Lundgren and the asian chick may have been little too creepy. Still good though, just watch and forget about you think makes a good movie and you may actaully like it.… Expand

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ThejonAug 21, 2012

are people crazy who don't enjoy this awesome chessy 80's adaptation action movie? get outta here and go watch mary poppin then. this is great, i enjoyed it far better than the first! stallon, schwarzenegger, stathem, norris, van dam, crazyare people crazy who don't enjoy this awesome chessy 80's adaptation action movie? get outta here and go watch mary poppin then. this is great, i enjoyed it far better than the first! stallon, schwarzenegger, stathem, norris, van dam, crazy they all worked, it was fun action, great humor, definitely recommend this to anyone who grew up watching there movies and enjoyed their past movie productions, i had a blast and look very forward to seeing it again !!!!!!… Expand

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JunghovaAug 19, 2012

Who needs plot or even story. When you have most of the action hero movie royality from the 80s and 90s in one movie.....you're set. Being over 40, seeing Chuck Norris, Stallone, Willis, Lundgren, Arnie and of course Van Damme.....it almostWho needs plot or even story. When you have most of the action hero movie royality from the 80s and 90s in one movie.....you're set. Being over 40, seeing Chuck Norris, Stallone, Willis, Lundgren, Arnie and of course Van Damme.....it almost brought a tear to my eye. Everyone held their own and in the end - tons of guns were fired, tons of one liners and of course the body count was high. I turned my brain off at the door and I was not disappointed. If you enjoyed any action movies from the above, you owe it to yourself to see this movie. Thanks… Expand

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EvelknievelAug 19, 2012

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Despite the actors showing signs of aging, this movie as they say in the 'Good Ole Days' is action packed from beginning to end. I seriously loved the 2nd Expendables movie than the first one. Get ready for a lot of one liners and tons of action from our old heroes. I can see people adding this one to their collection when it releases to DVD. Despite what the critics say, go see this movie if you were ever a fan of any of them in the movie. Just seeing Rambo, Terminator, John McClane and Chuck Norris with Weapons of Mass Destruction shooting the screen up at the same time is worth it!… Expand

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LeeChristmasAug 19, 2012

too many funny and poor of memorabilies action scenes, but very cool. Norris is a parody and i don't like this. I think there is at the same level of the first.

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Sgt_MorfoKillerAug 19, 2012

Yo no puedo creer las criticas hacia esta pelicula, que esperaban de un film con un reparto tan grande. Esta pelicula no solo es de accion, si no tambien es un homenaje a las clasicas peliculas de accion. El filme en general es bueno, laYo no puedo creer las criticas hacia esta pelicula, que esperaban de un film con un reparto tan grande. Esta pelicula no solo es de accion, si no tambien es un homenaje a las clasicas peliculas de accion. El filme en general es bueno, la historia tiene una historia muy simple pero lineal, y el resto... son explosiones y balaceras. Es buena para una ida al cine y para recordarla por siempre, porque muy pocas veces se presenta laoportunidad de ver a Stallone, Van Damme, Schwarzenegger, Willis y el mismisimo Norris en una sola pelicula.… Expand

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theofficeAug 18, 2012

The movie is an action packed joy ride with every major 80s and 90s hero with a few of the new good ones thrown in. You don't go more than 10 minutes without someone being killed. Don't go in expecting any sort of realistic, decent plotThe movie is an action packed joy ride with every major 80s and 90s hero with a few of the new good ones thrown in. You don't go more than 10 minutes without someone being killed. Don't go in expecting any sort of realistic, decent plot because you definitely won't get that. But the action and occasional comedy with movie references as well as decent acting and cool fight scenes make the movie worth the ticket price. It's not the best action movie ever but seeing all those guys together is fun.… Expand

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SLY12Aug 18, 2012

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good action flick. I really enjoyed seeing all the old familiar faces together one more time. I thought the story was much better than the first one and so were the one-liners and the attempt at comedy by some of the actors was damn funny. It did seem a bit rushed at the end, seemed to finish a bit too quickly, but the finale was still good for what it was and it wasn't disappointing in any way. There are two new additions to the team in this one, and they both do a fine job. One of the original Expendables goes on a 'side' mission part way through and doesn't show up again, but I think this was due to a scheduling conflict he had while the movie was being filmed, although I could be wrong. So the producers used this angle as an excuse for him to not be in the rest of the film. Overall, this was an enjoyable way to end the summer movie season and I hope there is at least one more mission left in these guys. I recommend it to anyone who grew up with these actors when they were starring in their own films. Even if you're younger than that, if you like action, you'll like this.… Expand

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SirEddieCookAug 18, 2012

Simon West's impressively mounted comeback feature after Con Air, is packed with a collage of 1980s era testosterone action awesomeness, homages, references and a very good time at the movies. The Expendables Team is far more comfortable inSimon West's impressively mounted comeback feature after Con Air, is packed with a collage of 1980s era testosterone action awesomeness, homages, references and a very good time at the movies. The Expendables Team is far more comfortable in their roles, and the added players, especially Chuck Norris and Van Damme greatly contribute to that rare sequel that dramatically surpasses the original. The action sequences are well crafted, production values are higher than expected from the trailers - and most of it all works. Stallone and Team have created a great vehicle for expendable talent in front and behind the camera to showcase they've still got it, or for deserved stars like Terry Crews, those who should have a feature shot. Redemption for the lame original has been earned.… Expand

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Mazmorrero47Aug 18, 2012

The Expendables 2 has everything you want in a movie of this sort: explosions, giant body count, bullets and cheesy dialogue self aware of its stupidity. But for a film that has the greatest action stars from the 70s, 80s and 90s itThe Expendables 2 has everything you want in a movie of this sort: explosions, giant body count, bullets and cheesy dialogue self aware of its stupidity. But for a film that has the greatest action stars from the 70s, 80s and 90s it disappoints. Jean Claude Van Damme was awesome as the villain, but he gets too little screen time and not much action. On the other hand, Bruce Willis, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Chuck Norris have a little bit more than cameos, but they get to shine when they appear. Their presence is only there for the sake of fan service. Unfortunately, Jet Li gets thrown away of the movie out of nowhere and gets replaced with a Michelle Yeoh wannabe that tries too hard to be badass and fails miserably. Her role would have been better if it was played by Brigitte Nielsen, Sigourney Weaver, Linda Hamilton or Michelle Yeoh herself. More than an action dream team film, The Expendables 2 is a Rambo movie which happens to have JCVD, Arnie, Bruce Willis and Chuck Norris in it.… Expand

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SchroederRockAug 18, 2012

The movie follows the most simplest of rules when it comes to entertainment: give the people what they want. You won't find oscar-worthy performances, but you'll find exceptional beat-downs and a huge cast of "who's who" of the action starsThe movie follows the most simplest of rules when it comes to entertainment: give the people what they want. You won't find oscar-worthy performances, but you'll find exceptional beat-downs and a huge cast of "who's who" of the action stars with a couple more guys joining the mix the second time around. The films captures the glory of the 80s with big celebrity-like villains while giving the more modern badass touch, and Van Damme pulls it off reasonably well. It's great fun and every bit as good as the first film.… Expand

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iKill4RiceAug 17, 2012

No the best movie I've seen action is not very intense don' t really feel physically exhilirated. Story line was average but could be better and should also be a bit longer duration.

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MikeyMoAug 17, 2012

There seems to be two worlds in action movies nowadays. There are action movies with regular Hollywood actors, that were cast to bring in some cash. Then there are the action movies starring action movie stars. Those dedicated to the genre.There seems to be two worlds in action movies nowadays. There are action movies with regular Hollywood actors, that were cast to bring in some cash. Then there are the action movies starring action movie stars. Those dedicated to the genre. Those who practice their own stunts and the budget is spent on props and sets rather than CGI. The latter is a dying breed.

The Expendables 2 has a lot of heart, and it all goes into the old action hero style movie of the 80s and early 90s. Sly Stallone does not disappoint in any way. Then there are the action movie vets you know and love. Arnold and Bruce do not disappoint either. There are less frequent than the main cast from the first movie, but their parts are funny and exciting.

The highlight of this movie comes when you open your mind to having a blast. Enjoy the violent over the top kills. For example, the entire Expendables crew unloads on one man well past his dying point, then they drop a one liner. The whole theatre was smiling, laughing, ooooHing. It is fun in that sense.

The final battle simply put is just Jean Claude Vam Damme vs. Sylvester Stallone. It is made knowing that you are watching two action movie heavyweights battle. JCVD shows off some cool kickboxing, while Stallone shows off plenty of muscle. It was a fun end battle that man action fans are looking forward to.

All in all, The Expendables 2 could be the greatest action movie made. It is exciting, the kills are brutal, all actors show off their athletic skills. The cast are truly action movie stars, not just cash in actors. When you accept this movie is to get your adrenaline fix, then you have yourself a great movie.… Expand

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ZilcellAug 17, 2012

At last! A major improvement over the overrated original. All your favorite action heroes are back for the sequel. Good to see Arnold get some more screen time and Chuck Norris was badass too.

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the_hetzAug 17, 2012

I'm giving this movie an 8 because it was way more fun than any critic seemed to understand. That said, please note this caveat - I'm a product of the 80's when all these guys were the stars of the day and I'm a big believer in action moviesI'm giving this movie an 8 because it was way more fun than any critic seemed to understand. That said, please note this caveat - I'm a product of the 80's when all these guys were the stars of the day and I'm a big believer in action movies where you can actually tell what's happening in the action sequences, which you can in this. I'd go as far as to say this is Simon West's best film. But if you're under 25 and don't care about old movies at all, this flick may hold no satisfaction for you.

I also don't think it has quite as much soul as the original and it isn't as much of a surprise. I miss those scenes with Mickey Rourke in the tattoo parlor which were aimless but heartfelt. But in every other way I think it's a better movie. By today's deplorable standards, the plot is standout. The Chuck Norris stuff is great but if you're not in on the Chuck Norris joke or you think it's played out, then, I don't know, go see "Beasts of the Southern Wild." (I've killed a lot of quillboars in the Barrens, so that's my idea of beasts of the southern wild!) Also, I do believe this is Dolph Lundgren's best work. I know that's not saying much, but it's got to be worth something.… Expand

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DrChocolateAug 17, 2012

For those who remember when action movies were over the top and ridiculously fun, this is for you. As someone who grew up in the 80s, the golden age of action films, I enjoyed the nostalgic glee this movie excites. It's ridiculous andFor those who remember when action movies were over the top and ridiculously fun, this is for you. As someone who grew up in the 80s, the golden age of action films, I enjoyed the nostalgic glee this movie excites. It's ridiculous and cliched, sure, but it hearkens back to that time when action films didn't take themselves seriously. Excellent fun.… Expand

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hakametalAug 17, 2012

What on earth were the critics expecting from this film? Oscar standard acting? This is a fantastic classic action film that doesn't take itself seriously, and that's why it's great. The film is self-aware that it's cheesy with RIDICULOUSWhat on earth were the critics expecting from this film? Oscar standard acting? This is a fantastic classic action film that doesn't take itself seriously, and that's why it's great. The film is self-aware that it's cheesy with RIDICULOUS amounts of action that is just fun to watch. I walked into this film, wanting to see a cheesy-plot with Arnold Schwarzenegger doing one-liners that make you feel nostalgic and laugh. This film works because it self-aware of what it is and doesn't take itself seriously. For God's sake, Chuck Norris is in it!! (and he's friggin hilarious) If you want a good time, this film is great.… Expand

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chase03670Aug 17, 2012

The second installment of this action series is a significant improvement over the first. The additions of Chuck Norris, Van Damme and additional screen time for Bruce Willis and Arnold help. Adding a new director gives the movie a bit moreThe second installment of this action series is a significant improvement over the first. The additions of Chuck Norris, Van Damme and additional screen time for Bruce Willis and Arnold help. Adding a new director gives the movie a bit more depth than the original. All in all, if you are a male who lived through the 1990's, this is clearly a must see.… Expand

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Reject_ForeverAug 17, 2012

I just got back from the midnight viewing of Expendables 2. For the critics, you dont understand that this is an action movie. An action movie that has more action than any movie since the 80s. Its not just explosions either. Well thought outI just got back from the midnight viewing of Expendables 2. For the critics, you dont understand that this is an action movie. An action movie that has more action than any movie since the 80s. Its not just explosions either. Well thought out story, didnt seem to slow down or put anyone in the crowd asleep even in the middle of the night. Even some descent jokes and one liners. Action with everyone in the cast, and not just a few lines by some from the first movie. The soundtrack didnt seem that great to me for this level of action, but music is more of a taste thing. Highly recommended, excellent film, and does not disappoint!… Expand

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