As a connoisseur of cinematic combat and adrenaline-fueled action sequences, I can confidently say that The Raid 2 is not just a masterpiece of its genre, but a timeless work of art that will leave even the most jaded viewers breathless. Having had the privilege of witnessing some of the greatest action movies in history, I can attest to the fact that this Indonesian gem stands head and shoulders above most of its contemporaries.
Amongst the finest action films ever made, both in recent years and across all time, has become accessible for free streaming – and that’s no exaggeration! This month, the highly acclaimed “The Raid 2” is now on Tubi TV, offering you an opportunity to experience martial arts and action movie expertise without parting with a penny. Directed by Gareth Evans and featuring Iko Uwais, Arifin Putra, Oka Antara, Tio Pakusadewo, Alex Abbad, Julie Estelle, Ryuhei Matsuda, Kenichi Endō, and Kazuki Kitamura, “The Raid 2” is far from an overstatement to call it a brutally violent yet artistically impressive symphony of action cinema that leaves many other films in the genre looking like they’ve been defeated with ease.
In a continuation from 2011’s “The Raid”, the Indonesian action thriller featuring an elite squad battling a ruthless drug lord in a high-rise building, “The Raid 2” resumes the story of Iko Uwais’ character, Rama, immediately following the events of the first film. With his uniform still soiled and bloodied from surviving the raid due to his exceptional abilities, this sequel thrusts Rama into undercover work, broadening the martial arts series into a vast crime saga filled with numerous fight scenes. Essentially, it’s an expansive crime story that includes plenty of combat sequences.
Thanks to the flawless combination of director Gareth Evans and his lead actor Iko Uwais, “The Raid 2” stands as an extraordinary example of an action movie. Spanning a lengthy 150 minutes, the film offers ample opportunity to explore Rama’s character more deeply, showcase Uwais’ talents and charisma on screen, and introduce a variety of new characters. Among these new additions are a ruthless female assassin who is proficient with hammers and her partner, who favors a baseball bat as his weapon of choice.
But, while the supporting cast are superb (The Raid’s Yayan Ruhian shines as a new character in a poignant and savage side story), this is Uwais’ movie. And he proves more than up to the task of centering this saga. One continues to wonder why Hollywood has failed to find the right role for him.
The Raid 2 Throws White-Knuckle Fight Scenes Into a Gripping Crime Drama
Both “The Raid” and its sequel “The Raid 2” achieved an impressive feat of capturing attention in the Western world, demonstrating their exceptional quality. Even if you didn’t catch the action sequel when it first came out, now is a perfect opportunity to pause whatever you’re doing and immerse yourself in the intense prison brawl led by Yayan Ruhian. His poignant final stand is not to be missed, along with the entertaining pair of “Baseball Bat Man” and “Hammer Girl.” A lengthy fight during a high-speed car chase is bound to leave you amazed at how such a cinematic marvel was created. And prepare for a kitchen fight that serves up equal parts heart-pumping emotion and nail-biting action.
Ever since “The Raid 2” hit the screens, there’s been talk about an English remake of the original film and potential news about a third installment directed by Gareth Evans. However, neither project has been finalized yet, but some might argue that they aren’t necessary because you can’t surpass perfection.
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The Raid 2
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2024-09-14 15:31