Although AQPII is not bad, it does look like an attempt to cash in. There's a few problems with it and most of them are in the storyline. Here is an overall difference with the first film:
In the first one, there was a clear storyline, almost no plot holes, novelty and the right amount of tension.
In part 2 however , you kind of know exactly what is about to happen and that lessens the film experience.
For example, the tropes used in this film, are all the classics. Yes, they were used in the 1st film too, but at least then they were timed and deployed better, so the tension was nicely built and a sense of unpredictability was evident.
Now in part 2, I have a feeling that the story was a bit of a stretch. Also, the motives of the protagonists were at times unjustified, just to push the story forward.
So the story ends up with flaws, which disappoint mostly because of the predictability and the too many cliches. I would want to mention a few which I m sure many noticed but better not to spoil it. You will know once you see.
Also, it's not as quiet as the first film. Sound editing is great also in this one, but maybe there were more speech moments than needed.
Overall, the good parts: tension is there, cinematography is beautiful once again and we get to see some good acting.
I do hope that there's a part 3 and I hope they improve the story.
6,9/10.
