Rating: 
Summary: Superb, absolutely superb....
Review: ...Does not describe this film. I would consider myself a fan of horror films, both classic ones and [bad] ones (yes...even Valentine) but i must say...this is one of the worst films i have ever seen. I really loved the book, and i liked the film, but this sequal is the biggest pile of poo i have ever seen. The acting is aweful, the soundtrack is mediocre, and the plot line cometely exploits and manipulates that of the original, even to the extent of CHANGING ITS ENDING. Please please do not see this film, and dont buy it. I rarely HATE films, so not watch this...this is coming from someone who generally sees and enjoys these kind of films (and thats bad enough).
Rating: 
Summary: It was cute
Review: ...It's rare to see a sequel achieve what the first was able to, obviously since the first one was in most cases responsible for the sequel being made. This however, was not the case, this movie was not made as a sequel to American Psycho, if you watch the outtakes you can see plain as day that they had an entirely different title. Lions Gate chose to release the movie as a sequel so the plot was reworked to include references to American Psycho. Now if you read any articles or reviews about this movie prior to seeing it, you already know all of this. So you have to take the movie for what it is.
I thought this movie was one of the best of it's kind. The typical plot of the young, sexy, extremely intelligent, albeit malicious, conniving and I dare say compulsive woman that integrates herself into the life of her targeted obsession. Mila Kunis was adorable and seductive at the same time, she took over the lead role with a screen presence many older actresses don't posess. As a long time non-fan of William Shatner, I really didn't hate him in this movie. He played his character over the top appropriately. Geraint Wyn Davies was perfect as the suspicious therapist, there was just enough chemistry in all of his scenes with Mila Kunis to keep you guessing who was smarter.
... I will also have to stand up and say that I enjoyed the soundtrack. The movie was all about the confidence and power exuded by the lead, which in this movie happened to be a woman. So the majority of the music was female artists, and I will go so far as to call it "chick music" for lack of a better definition.
I gave this movie all 5 stars because it was a great (stand alone) movie. It had a well thought out storyline, even with the additions made to transform it into a name only sequel. The acting was there, the cast was impressive in their character depth, and the music backed up each scene. I say if you are a huge fan of the first movie, don't see this one without throwing out all your expectations. To love this movie, you have to judge it on it's own scale, and not take it too seriously.
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Summary: Miracles do happen - this film getting made is one of them
Review: 17 minutes into "American psycho 2" I fell victim to crippling stomach pains which, quite frankly came as something of a relief. I persisted through the appalling dialogue and commentary, only finding occasional reprieve from the pain via William Shatners comical acting and random swearing. After 45 minutes I was wondering what kind of exceptional conspiracy or super bribery had allowed this film to be in any way affiliated with American psycho. At the films "conclusion" it became more than obvious that the director had screwed the pooch and would hopefully never work again. As the credits rolled by I found myself lying on the floor, hunched double in anger and agony.
My tests and examinations at the hospital revealed acute functional dyspepsia precipitated by the atrocious soundtrack. I feel one day, with careful tuition and support, I could rent a DVD again, but it sure won't be this kind of stomach bending, straight to video pap.
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Summary: No, no! I'm so confused!!!
Review: ahh... American Pyscho 2. It had it's ups and downs compared to the first one. First of all, having that major hot chick from "That 70's Show," kicked ..... There was a great part when the kitty was put in the microwave. And then she only killed 8 people instead of 40. I'm hoping there will be and 3rd American Pyscho. It would be pretty cool.
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Summary: Why? Why? Why?
Review: American Psycho was a masterpiece. Christian Bale gave an incredible performance as Patrick Bateman. And this makes American Psycho II even worse by comparison. It was rather unfortunate to have to say that the best performance was given by William Shatner. (Who is supposed to play a college professor playboy.) And Mila Kunis' character is just improbable to say the least. Will someone explain to me how a such a small person can impale a full grown man with a broom handle? Some of the death scenes are intended to come off as amusing, but just end up annoying and predicted. An acceptable movie for those who want a rental to laugh at on a boring night, but by no means expect the genius of the original.
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Summary: Why? Why? Why?
Review: American Psycho was a masterpiece. Christian Bale gave an incredible performance as Patrick Bateman. And this makes American Psycho II even worse by comparison. It was rather unfortunate to have to say that the best performance was given by William Shatner. (Who is supposed to play a college professor playboy.) And Mila Kunis' character is just improbable to say the least. Will someone explain to me how a such a small person can impale a full grown man with a broom handle? Some of the death scenes are intended to come off as amusing, but just end up annoying and predicted. An acceptable movie for those who want a rental to laugh at on a boring night, but by no means expect the genius of the original.
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Summary: It's a SATIRE. . .watch it satirically
Review: As a satire goes, it's 5 stars, consider it anything else, you would have to consider taking all the stars off. Mila Kunis is defitnetly smart to play in such an intelligent movie.
Rating:
Summary: It's a SATIRE. . .watch it satirically
Review: As a satire goes, it's 5 stars, consider it anything else, you would have to consider taking all the stars off. Mila Kunis is defitnetly smart to play in such an intelligent movie.
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Summary: brilliant little movie
Review: at first, i need to say, that "american psycho" by bret easton ellis had a deep impact on me - and i call myself a hardcore fan of the social critics that his work includes and the work itself. and i am not easily pleased (as every hardcore fan my be...).
well, but despite what other reviewers said, i was very surprised, because this movie has a fresh idea and plot, a nice and well playing cast and is worth to wear the american psycho title.
ok, if you liked american psycho and read the book - this movie is completely different. it does not contain any social parodies or is meant the way, bret easton ellis wanted to express. and it sure lacks the depth of batemans story.
but this isnt needed at all - because ellis made the best out of it. so there is enough room for new ideas...
this movies intention isnt to let you learn or think - it is to entertain. and entertain it does. the plot holds surprises to the end and there is more than only one laugh hidden inside.
camera, score and pace are great. and if you can abstract a little bit from the original, you'll sure like this movie, too!
Rating:
Summary: A-Grade B-Movie
Review: By the way, I am a big fan of the original novel and film AND I really, really hate bad sequals.
This would be one of this kind, IF there wouldn't be a) Mina Kunis, because she gives this Character everything it needs, like innocence and beauty with
a strange and scary touch (just like the most teanagers out there)
b) William Shatner, because he plays as good as Bill Murray in 'wild things'
c) the twisting and funny way the movie takes you through the thin story in its second half. This Movie sometimes seems to be like a daily soap, but, hey, why does millions watch them?
Because its good entertainment. American Psycho 2 is better than the most slashers in the near history
- IF you want to see this as a slasher. It's not so far away from the first Movie as many people say, it only seems like, because it plays
in a completeley different millieu. It shows the same way of humor and stands in its role right between the original
'American Psycho' and the new kind of Horror-Fun-Movies like 'Scream' or 'Urban Legends',
even if it can't play in their league, maybe because sometimes the size of the budget matters. AP2 is a B-Movie, but one, that don't wants to be more and that's the way how to make it right. I am sorry, that it will have the same destiny like other not big budget sequels:
It will get into the last corner of the video stores out there and tomorrow only a few will remember that it even exists.
It really deserves more! The presentation on dvd don't makes this better and I will hold it as short as the specials are thin:
Only picture quality is ok. The Specials: What Specials???
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