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| 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)
 
Starring: Paul Walker, Tyrese, Eva Mendes, Cole Hauser, Ludacris, Devon Aoki Director: John Singleton Rating: PG-13 Category: Action/Adventure  |
Racing into theaters faster than the next bad sequel, "2 Fast 2 Furious" brings in an almost completely fresh cast along with director John Singleton for a film that isn't as bad as you'd think, even without the presence of breakout star Vin Diesel.
The only familiar face in this sequel is Paul Walker (probably because he can't find work anywhere else, being the worst actor on the planet and all), returning as Brian O'Connor, now an ex-cop after letting Vin Diesel's character get away in the original, "The Fast and the Furious." He now lives in Miami and street races for a living when he's asked by local authorities to help bring down an evil money launderer (Cole Hauser). The problem is, he needs a partner to run with for the job. Enter Roman Pearce (Tyrese), an old friend from Brian's childhood days that's just been released from jail and jumps at the offer to clear his record, but he soon discovers that it's going to take more than muscles and a hardy appetite to get through the day.
So "2 Fast 2 Furious" isn't that bad after all, but don't get me wrong -- there's nothing spectacular to find here. It doesn't have the underdog magic like the original did and you certainly won't be flooded with any superior acting jobs. The one thing that does work, though, is John Singleton's directing, who realized that all he had to work with were fast cars, hot women and a handful of MTV personalities. With that combination, Singleton does what he can, and he succeeds in creating the same fuel-soaked atmosphere that engulfed the first film. He further livens things up by adding some fresh faces in small roles, including rap superstar Ludacris and gorgeous French-Asian model Devon Aoki.
While the film's strong suit is definitely not acting, it still manages to deliver great action and humor thanks to a script that has more substance than anyone would've expected. "2 Fast 2 Furious" isn't for everyone, but there are plenty of movie-goers out there who will love it.
~Jason Zingale
jzingale@bullz-eye.com