After waiting for quite a while to see this one, I'm sorry I bothered. Beyond a Buddy Israel name drop, the only thing that carries over into this "sequel" is the generic plot angle of multiple assassins all gunning after one target. I didn't have high hopes for this one, since the first movie wasn't exactly stellar, but did have the distinction of being somewhat entertaining. The only chance I saw at redemption was the inclusion of Vinnie Jones, who usually does well in the gangster/assassin type movies. Not in this one - there are no memorable characters, no standout scenes, and the ending is anti-climactic.
The director, P.J. Pesce, apparently did well for himself on the independent scene back in the 90's, but has mostly been relegated to making cash-in direct to video sequels for movies that didn't exactly warrant sequels in the first place. Some of his gems: Sniper 3, From Dusk Til Dawn 3, Lost Boys: The Tribe, and the Tremors TV series.
So, in summary, this movie sucks, and if you've never seen it, don't. Go watch the first one instead.
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