Is The Set Up 2 Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2022)

📖 The Core Premise

The Set Up 2 returns to the screen in 2022, bringing a fresh narrative to the Crime, Drama genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Four years later Chike has barely come to terms with her life as Agent, when she is forced to risk everything she holds dear once again to go after a criminal, Usi Who kidnaps Grace’s daughter in order to blackmail Chike into doing her bidding. Chike and Grace must reunite and build a new team to take down Usi and save Grace’s daughter. But it’s the Set Up and as you would expect things aren’t always what they seem."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Lilian Afegbai attempts to elevate the material, but the direction leaves them with little to work with. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Crime. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is The Set Up 2 worth your time? If you appreciate Crime, Drama films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, The Set Up 2 misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 110 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.