Ride Along 2 (2016)

Introduction
"Ride Along 2" is an action-comedy movie starring Ice Cube and Kevin Hart, directed by Tim Story and composed by Phil Hay and Matt Manfredi. Launched in 2016, it is the sequel to the 2014 film, "Ride Along". The movie keeps the action-packed shenanigans from the very first movie, including Miami's criminal activity scene backdrop and presenting new characters into the mix.

Plot
In "Ride Along 2", we follow the story of freshly graduated law enforcement officer, Ben Barber (played by Kevin Hart), who imagines ending up being an investigator like his future brother-in-law, James Payton (played by Ice Cube). After some humorous instances, Ben gets a chance to prove himself to James by accompanying him to Miami on a result in solve a case.

The plot thickens with their mission to lower Antonio Pope (Benjamin Bratt), a rich and influential business person who is secretly a lavish drug dealership, accountable for providing the Atlanta dealerships. Part of their objective is to show that appreciated businesswoman Maya (Olivia Munn) is his quiet accomplice in his unlawful trade.

Character Development
Ben Barber, again played by Hart, continues to bring in his signature humor through his manic energy and frenzied discussion, shrouding his character that's eager to solve criminal activities but typically shows wholly inept. Ice Cube's James keeps the stern and no-nonsense method to his function, providing the ideal foil to Hart's overactive novice. Their special and amusing vibrant contributes to the motion picture's light-hearted approach to crime-solving.

Extra Characters and Performances
Olivia Munn, playing Maya, a tough homicide detective in Miami, includes a style to the movie along with Ken Jeong, who delivers an impactful comical function as Ben and James' hacker-sidekick, A.J. Benjamin Bratt includes thriller as Antonio Pope in his atrocious portrayal of a seemingly genuine entrepreneur.

Action Sequences and Humour
"Ride Along 2" is filled with action sequences including vehicle chases, shootouts, and fistfights, all balanced out with a fair share of comedic minutes. The film's humor typically arises from the absurd and improbable situations Ben and James find themselves in and their contrasting reaction to these.

Critical Reception
The film garnered blended reviews, with lots of viewers appreciating the comedy and fast-paced action scenes. There were applauds for the comedic chemistry in between the movie's leading actors, Ice Cube and Kevin Hart. However, critics discovered the narrative familiar, showing that the story remained really similar to the first motion picture, doing not have aspects of freshness and creativity.

Conclusion
"Ride Along 2", while being an entertaining action-comedy, relies heavily on the comedic dynamic in between Hart and Ice Cube. The plot follows a predictable trajectory but serves its purpose of establishing comic circumstances and thrilling action series. The film's humor, action, and its ensemble cast make it an enjoyable watch for those who enjoy the on-screen chemistry in between its leads and those who enjoyed the very first "Ride Along" film.

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