A tediously long watch, the much awaited sequel to the world's most successful film of all time is a bit of a misfire. A fairly basic plot, embellished with Cameron's trademark gigantic action set-pieces, fails to impress largely because of how the minimal substance in hand has been stretched to beyond infinity. Also, while Cameron's vision & his execution of it are laudable, it's all a case of been-there-done-that. The first film was revolutionary in terms of pushing the envelope & giving audiences a never-before-seen technical extravaganza - & one with heart. In this film there is no breaking of boundaries, & its heart feels manipulative, not organic. Cameron basically throws in the kitchen sink & ends up losing focus. The story's emotional core - that family needs to be protected at all costs - gets drowned out by the inordinate length, slow pacing & over-emphasis on the technical razzle dazzle.
Tread with caution.
Tread with caution.
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