Nobody 2: Bob Odenkirk Returns in an Action-Packed Sequel, How Are Critics Responding?

Liputan6.com, Jakarta Nobody 2 has finally arrived, bringing back Bob Odenkirk as Hutch Mansell.

This sequel continues the story of a former hitman who re-emerges into the underworld after the events of the first film.

Directed by Timo Tjahjanto, the film promises even more intense and brutal action scenes.

In Nobody 2, Hutch Mansell must face the consequences of his past actions, especially after destroying a Russian obshchak.

He is forced to undertake missions as a hitman to pay off a debt to The Barber.

This has a major impact on his relationship with his family, especially his wife, Becca, which is becoming increasingly strained.

Though tired of his violent life, Hutch tries to take a break by taking his family on vacation to Plummerville.

However, what should be a peaceful vacation turns into chaos as he encounters a corrupt amusement park operator, a shady sheriff, and a ruthless crime boss.

After the incident in the first film, Hutch Mansell finds himself in a precarious position, having to repay a debt to The Barber.

He's on a mission as a hitman, a job that strains his relationship with his wife, Becca.

Hutch feels burdened by this double life and misses spending time with his family.

To that end, Hutch asks for a break from The Barber and plans a family trip to Plummerville, a town with an amusement park.

He promises Becca that he'll leave his identity as 'Nobody' behind for the trip.

However, a minor incident at the arcade, where his son Brady gets into trouble, sets off a series of unexpected events.

Director Timo Tjahjanto says he didn’t want ‘NOBODY 2’ to feel like another John Wick movie.“Hutch is only a man. He is like all of us. He’s aging, he’s prone to missteps. The tension lies in the fact that, unlike John Wick, there are people who could overpower him.” pic.twitter.com/DpXPpCpmvB

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Development on Nobody 2 began in March 2021, when Connie Nielsen expressed interest in returning to the role.

Derek Kolstad, the screenwriter of the first film, immediately began working on a draft of the sequel.

In March 2022, 87North Productions officially announced their interest in producing Nobody 2, with a studio commitment in August 2022.

In December 2022, producer Kelly McCormick confirmed that a sequel would be made, with principal photography scheduled for 2023.

A significant development occurred in January 2024, when Connie Nielsen reconfirmed her involvement.

Then, in June 2024, Indonesian director Timo Tjahjanto was confirmed to direct the film, marking his English-language film debut.

Principal photography on Nobody 2 began on August 6, 2024, in Winnipeg, and successfully wrapped on September 26, 2024.

In July 2024, Sharon Stone was announced to be cast in an undisclosed role, along with Christopher Lloyd returning as David Mansell.

In August 2024, Colin Hanks joined the cast, followed by John Ortiz in September 2024.

Timo Tjahjanto also confirmed the return of RZA as Harry Mansell, completing the solid cast.

The film is being produced by 87North Productions, Odenkirk Provissiero Entertainment, and Eighty Two Films, with Universal Pictures distributing.

Nobody 2 has received positive reviews from critics, although there are some significant caveats.

The Rotten Tomatoes website gave a 77% tomatometer rating from 171 reviewers and an 87% audience score from more than 1000 reviewers.

The film has been described as "bigger, bloodier, and crazier" than its predecessor.

Major praise was directed at Bob Odenkirk's performance as Hutch Mansell.

He successfully maintains his tired yet deadly character, making the violent scenes more humorous and keeping Hutch relevant to the audience.

The action sequences also received positive reviews, described as "fast, furious, and relentless" thanks to Timo Tjahjanto's direction, offering plenty of satisfying fight scenes.

However, Nobody 2 has not escaped criticism.

The main issue highlighted is the film's inability to recreate the sense of surprise that made the first film a success.

The audience already knows Hutch's secret, so the reveal element has been replaced by repetition, diminishing the emotional impact.

Furthermore, the plot was deemed "very thin" and built on clichés about corrupt cops, small-town crime lords, and family vacations gone wrong.

Some critics also felt that the sequel lacked the humor and bold storytelling of the first film, although it was still considered entertaining overall.

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