What a relief - Deadpool 2 is a very entertaining sequel. It feels a bit more serious than the fresh and more carefree original (but does not go DC-dark), yet this sequel has a manic energy that will bear a repeat viewing to catch everything. It retains the small-scale focus and storytelling that worked in the first film's favour, but more cash is splashed on the more generic-looking frantic big-league extended set pieces which Leitch handles very effectively. More jokes hit than miss, and there are plenty of chuckles to be had, including the most excruciating bad pun in recent memory (in the 'baby legs' scene). Reynolds is simply spot-on in the lead role again, with the returning cast all great fun, especially the magnificent Dopinder, and Josh Brolin makes for a highly effective Cable. Stay seated for the two mid-credits scenes - the second is particularly funny - but only stick it out to the very end of the credits for a brief music gag if you want to indulge your immature side.
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