When a new model based on Megan’s design goes rogue, Megan is resurrected in an upgraded form to face off against the new threat.
There is a danger when a sequel appears to be informed by the online hype surrounding the first film - I caught the trailer in the theatre, and I was worried the movie would just be fan service.
I liked the first Megan. It didn’t stick to my ribs but it was fun.
Turning a horror feature into a sci-fi action franchise can work (see Terminator 2), but sadly this sequel follows the law of diminishing returns.
This movie goes for scope and setpieces, in the process losing the intimacy and characterisation of its predecessor.
The title character gets more quips and an anime-style makeover, but the attempt at a heroic arc is undermined by the desire to maintain her established personality.
Overall, it just lacks any kind of unifying magic or originality.
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