You have probably heard terrible reviews about this “science fiction” movie, but believe me when I say that it is worth every one of its 116 minutes of runtime. Megalodon 2: The Trench (Meg 2: The Trench in English) is one of the most fun blockbusters of the year in cinemas, and it has been available on Netflix for a few days now for you to enjoy whenever you want.
I’m not going to lie to you. This product is closer to the narrative level of a Sharknado than to a classic horror film like Steven Spielberg’s Jaws. This means that the script of Megalodon 2 is dedicated solely to showcasing its protagonists, these prehistoric sharks of colossal proportions and, of course, Jason Statham, who gives us one of the most absurd scenes I have seen in an “expensive” movie in years. I won’t comment on what it is to avoid spoilers, but once you settle on your couch, turn on the TV, and devour its story, you will soon find out.
Megalodon 2: The Trench is also the second installment in its universe. The first one, simply Megalodon, grossed a whopping $530.2 million becoming one of the summer hits of 2018. This sequel, set years after that movie, does not reinvent the wheel, so if you fell asleep watching it, or couldn’t stand its plot hole, it’s best to skip this new production. It’s more of the same, but unapologetically.
What is Megalodon 2: The Trench about?
We’ve already mentioned that the script is in service of the show, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist and present us with the story of a Jason Statham transformed into an environmental activist and expert deep-sea diver, who finds himself in the midst of an industrial espionage plot. The result is that several megalodons and other creatures you wouldn’t invite to a birthday party escape from the prehistoric “refuge” they were in.
You can imagine the rest. Lots of action, bad guys eaten, some gags to relieve tension here and there, and, ultimately, light entertainment that required an investment of $129 million and grossed $394 million, especially aided by its box office success in China. In fact, the film is a Sino-American co-production where Wu Jing plays a prominent role on screen without overshadowing Jason Statham.
With these numbers, it’s expected that we’ll soon see a third installment of the franchise, although there is no official announcement yet. Megalodon 2 can be watched on Netflix and on Max, where the first installment of the series is also available.
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