Rush Hour 2

Less compelling than the first, but fun for fans.

Follows so closely in the footsteps of its hugely successful predecessor that an actual review is practically unnecessary.

The whole film plays like an outtake, and that I do mean as a compliment.

While the rest of it isn't really any good, it's certainly no chore to watch.

Despite the presence of the terrific Zhang Ziyi as the dark lady, the movie cannot escape its stale "I Spy" trap of Formula.

With the freshness of the high-concept hook exhausted, little remains except some tired comic routines, OK action sequences, and a distasteful prejudice toward Asians.

Though fun, lighthearted, and action-packed, this sequel appears largely interchangeable with its predecessor.