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"Taken 2" will take you to the edge of your seat

Liam Neeson is back again, bringing “Taken 2” to another level, and country.


When retired CIA operative Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson) plans to do business in Istanbul, he decides to invite ex-wife Lenore (Famke Janssen) and daughter Kim (Maggie Grace) to come along for the trip.


However, soon after their arrival, we have a case of deja vu. The normal life Kim has slowly started to readjust to after being taken in Paris the previous year turns into a backwards spiral.


The men Mills killed while saving his daughter are seeking revenge, wanting to give Mills and his family a taste of their own medicine.


“Taken 2” is a direct continuation of the first film, making you feel as if you watched the 2008 film, “Taken,” just yesterday.


The unexpected shift in character roles between Bryan and his daughter adds a twist to the storyline, clearly demonstrating the chemistry of the two characters. However, the overall plot has not been altered, making the general storyline a bit redundant. 

It’s hard to imagine that a father could do so much in so little time, but Neeson pulls it off; his character is unique, yet believable.


The movie has a fast pace, allowing audiences to constantly wonder what will happen next.


Overall, “Taken 2” effectively highlights one father’s will to do anything in his power to protect his family, making you feel as if you’re involved in the action-packed fight for survival. 

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