It wasn't particularly engaging for a while, and some of the performances seemed off. Really, the only redeeming quality was the depiction of the shark pups.

This is among the least impressive films in the shark genre. There doesn’t seem to be any attention paid to the story, the characters, or what they're saying—and these shortcomings are so noticeable that they detract from the intended enjoyment of a monster movie. The only things keeping it afloat are occasional startling moments and some pursuit scenes involving people and the shark; otherwise, Deep Blue Sea 2 fails…

This film continues the story of _Deep Blue Sea_, but it's considerably less impressive than the first one. The initial movie was flawed enough on its own, and this follow-up simply compounds those problems. It’s safe to say that _Deep Blue Sea 2_ isn't needed for the original series, and viewers would be better off skipping it altogether. Final rating: ★★ - There were a few elements I found enjoyable, but ultimat…