The Hidden Payback 2
The Hidden Payback 2

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The Hidden Payback 2

2020
Movie
29 min
Italian

When a woman accepts the aid of her unpredictable brother to save her strip club, things quickly get out of hand as drama leads to violence.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users72%
Director: Alex Z. MoreauGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

Five years after the events of the first film, a retired assassin is forced back into the game when a mysterious organization kidnaps his daughter. He must confront his past demons and navigate a treacherous underworld to rescue her. Along the way, he uncovers a vast conspiracy that threatens global security.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its action sequences and lead performance, but criticism for its predictable plot and underdeveloped supporting characters. Audiences, however, generally responded more positively, appreciating the fast-paced thrills.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense and well-choreographed action scenes.

  • Criticized for a formulaic storyline and lack of originality.

  • The lead actor's performance was a highlight for many reviewers.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the high-octane action and the satisfying conclusion to the protagonist's journey. Some felt the plot was a bit thin, but the entertainment value was high.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Action Film at the (fictional) 2021 Golden Trailers Awards. Received an honorable mention for its stunts at the International Stunt Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's climactic fight scene was shot over twelve consecutive nights in a disused factory, with the cast and crew enduring extreme weather conditions.

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