Reviewed By: Flickman
If you have seen the first Sisu, then you pretty much know exactly what you are getting into with Sisu: Road to Revenge. This second installment is once again packed with nonstop action and some seriously gnarly gore, but unfortunately, I did not find it nearly as good as the original.
For starters, the movie felt shorter. Even though both films clock in at roughly an hour and a half with only about a two minute difference, Road to Revenge seemed to fly by much faster. Maybe it is due to more filler at the beginning and end or slightly longer credits, but it just felt brief. That is not necessarily a bad thing since I was still enjoying myself, I just wanted more.
While the first Sisu followed Aatami, played by Jorma Tommila, as he tried to cash in the gold he discovered all while battling Nazis, this sequel shifts focus. This time around, Aatami is transporting the wood he salvaged from his family’s home where they were brutally murdered back to Finland, all while being relentlessly hunted by the Red Army commander responsible for their deaths.
If you remember the over the top action and outrageous death scenes from the original, this movie cranks that dial even further. Not only does it reach ridiculous levels, but it also dives headfirst into some of the most wildly unrealistic scenarios imaginable. I do not want to spoil too much, but since these moments do not give anything away story wise, I think it is fair to mention a couple.
The first moment that made me laugh out loud was when a soldier gets run over by Aatami’s truck and somehow goes flying through the air, smashing into the commander’s windshield. Aatami is driving a massive truck loaded with wood. There is absolutely no way it would have enough power or torque to launch someone like a missile into another vehicle. It was insanely far fetched, but at the same time, comically awesome to watch.
The second standout moment involves Aatami as he gets a hold of a tank. His brilliant plan is strapping dynamite to it while it is somehow carrying all his wood, and attempting to launch it into the air like a rocket ship and flip over a Red Army barricade. Obviously, it does not go as planned, and realistically, it never would have left the ground to begin with. Still, as absurd as it was, I could not help but be entertained by the sheer audacity of the idea. Let’s just say there is no need to call MythBusters for that one.
There are plenty more moments like these throughout the film, but I will leave those for you to discover. Just know that insane and impossible things happen from start to finish, and while none of it could ever happen in real life, it is all undeniably fun to watch.
Both Sisu films have a very Quentin Tarantino style vibe and feel like one giant blood soaked spectacle. Aatami is essentially the guy who just will not die no matter what is thrown at him. It is completely ridiculous, yet still highly entertaining and surprisingly well made.
That said, Road to Revenge feels like it is missing something that made the first film stand out. I cannot quite put my finger on it, but it is probably because I already knew what to expect going in. The shock factor was not as strong this time around, and again, I just wanted more. While I still really liked it, I think the original Sisu is the better film.
One of the things that truly makes this movie shine is the lack of dialogue. It proves that you can tell a compelling story and keep an audience fully engaged without having the main character say a single word. You always know exactly what is happening, you feel for Aatami, and you desperately want him to succeed even though there is no chance in hell anyone would survive what he goes through in reality.
Bottom line, this is one of those movies you really need to watch and experience for yourself. I would recommend watching the first Sisu before Road to Revenge, as it adds context, though it is not strictly necessary. The film is packed with brutal action and bloody chaos, so if that is not your thing, this probably is not for you. But if you enjoyed the first film or just love over the top action, I absolutely recommend checking it out. And if you have not seen either yet, put them both near the top of your watchlist. You likely will not be disappointed. Plus, they are both quick watches, so they will not take up too much of your time.
Overall Verdict: If you want to see the guy that just can't be killed no matter what happens, check this out... But probably watch the first installment first.
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