The film makes some significant changes from the initial installment regarding its characters, yet _Deadpool 2_ remains genuinely amusing—perhaps not as consistently hilarious as it believes, but undeniably very funny. Ryan Reynolds is again excellent in the lead role. I’ve never been quite as enthusiastic about either of these films as many others seem to be, though I do enjoy them, and that counts for something. …

It’s hard not to see shades of *Terminator* and even Adam Sandler in *Deadpool 2*. The film’s construction feels very much like a *Terminator* story, something even Deadpool acknowledges when he refers to Cable as Jon Connor. Cable himself seems to be an amalgamation of Jon Connor and the relentless nature of a Terminator. The humor throughout has a similar feel to what you'd find in an Adam Sandler movie. And that’s…

While I generally like it when Marvel films don’t get bogged down in being overly earnest, the constant joking around in Deadpool 2 eventually becomes exhausting.

This film had me laughing out loud, packed full of nods to familiar things. It’s clear from the start that it isn’t trying to be profound; instead, it establishes a playful but logical feel. I definitely recommend seeing it.

The return of the wisecracking mercenary arrives with the highly anticipated "Deadpool 2." The film follows Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds), a generally good-hearted but seriously flawed individual, as he continues his work eliminating targets and navigating his relationship with Vanessa (Morena Baccarin). An unforeseen incident throws his life into chaos, prompting Deadpool to seek a new direction with assistance from X-Me…