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Summary: Riggs And Murtaugh Return
Review: The tone is a bit lighter, but the "lethal" action continues unabated and non-stop as two of L.A.P.D.'s finest go after a South African consulate, dirty up to his neck in drugs and hiding behind diplomatic immunity in "Lethal Weapon 2," directed by Richard Donner and once again starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover. Still crazy, but no longer suicidal, Riggs (Gibson) continues to hunt down the bad guys with partner Roger Murtaugh (Glover), and this time around they find their lives in danger when they get too close to the underhanded dealings of South African Arjen "Aryan" Rudd (Joss Ackland) and his band of thugs. Along the way, they're assigned to baby-sit an informant in a money laundering racket, Leo Getz (Joe Pesci); and Riggs at last finds someone, Rika Van Den Haas (Patsy Kensit), who helps ease the pain of his wife's death, while also discovering who was responsible for the automobile accident that took her life. As he did with the first "Lethal Weapon," Donner keeps it all moving along at a brisk pace, though he allows the intensity level to drop somewhat this time while infusing more humor. There's some "Stooges" on hand, and a bit that finds Murtaugh the target of some office gags after the debut of a television commercial, starring his daughter, Rianne (Traci Wolfe), for a product that takes him by surprise, but the real laughs come courtesy of Pesci, who's upbeat, manic characterization of Getz becomes a real scene stealer. Though serious at the core, this movie is more of a joy ride than the first, though there are moments of true menace and apprehension, as well as a sobering resolution involving one of the featured characters. Performance wise, Gibson is as charismatic as ever, by now settling comfortably into Riggs' skin while further exploring the more intricate details of the character's personality. Glover, too, manages to take Murtaugh to the next level, leaving no doubt as to who this guy is and what he's about, from his dedication to the job, to his even more stringent dedication to his family. And, most importantly, these two really click as a team, and Donner knows just how to bring out the best in them. What really raises the bar in this second installment, however, is the addition of Pesci, who makes Leo Getz a truly memorable character. Inserting him into the mix was a real stroke of genius, and Donner wisely uses him just enough to effectively lighten the mood and counteract the drama. The supporting cast includes Darlene Love (Trish), Derrick O'Connor (Adolph), Steve Kahan (Capt. Murphy), Mark Rolston (Hans) and Jenette Goldstein (Officer Meagan Shapiro). With snappy dialogue, plenty of action and some good guys to root for, "Lethal Weapon 2" is a thoroughly entertaining sequel that more than does justice to the original. Donner knows his territory, and his stars know their stuff and how to deliver it, and that's a "lethal" combination any way you look at it. And what's even more gratifying, is knowing that they didn't stop here; after all the action of the first two, you know there's another one waiting for you. At this point, do not pass go, do not collect two hundred dollars; "Lethal Weapon 3" is available, and it's yours for the asking.
Rating: 
Summary: 3.5 out of 5
Review: They're back. Mel Gibson and Danny Glover return as LAPD cops Murtaugh and Riggs; this time they're on the tail of an African diplomat (Joss Ackland) who's using his diplomatic immunity to smuggle drugs in and out of the country. Richard Donner returns to direct, and shows he hasn't changed a bit; Jeffrey Boam, who also scripted Spielberg's INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE, scripts; there's also a very good score by Eric Clapton, Michael Kamen and David Sanborn. Joe Pesci enters the series here - he's hilarious. The drive-thru sequence is unforgettable and an essential watch.The biggest problem, I feel, is Riggs' new girlfriend, played by Patsy Kensit. I know the film probably wouldn't make it without it, but hey, I don't know. It just doesn't feel right to me - I mean, it was the whole point of the first film! Riggs was going insane and...I don't know, it just doesn't feel right to me. If that doesn't matter to you, you'll like the film just fine. It comes nowhere near being as good as the first film, but it cemented the series formula and continued one of the most successful action series of all time.<....
Rating:
Summary: 3.5 out of 5
Review: They're back. Mel Gibson and Danny Glover return as LAPD cops Murtaugh and Riggs; this time they're on the tail of an African diplomat (Joss Ackland) who's using his diplomatic immunity to smuggle drugs in and out of the country. Richard Donner returns to direct, and shows he hasn't changed a bit; Jeffrey Boam, who also scripted Spielberg's INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE, scripts; there's also a very good score by Eric Clapton, Michael Kamen and David Sanborn. Joe Pesci enters the series here - he's hilarious. The drive-thru sequence is unforgettable and an essential watch. The biggest problem, I feel, is Riggs' new girlfriend, played by Patsy Kensit. I know the film probably wouldn't make it without it, but hey, I don't know. It just doesn't feel right to me - I mean, it was the whole point of the first film! Riggs was going insane and...I don't know, it just doesn't feel right to me. If that doesn't matter to you, you'll like the film just fine. It comes nowhere near being as good as the first film, but it cemented the series formula and continued one of the most successful action series of all time.<....
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Summary: Without question, the best "Lethal" film....
Review: This film is the best of the series. The jokes are contagious and the laughter is non-stop. In the first film, we had to sit through Riggs and Murtaugh trying to become friends. In LW2, the story picks right up and doesen't quit until the movie's credits. This is an 80's cop movie at its best......
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Summary: A Great Way To Follow-Up The First
Review: This is a great movie. Another great one! Once again Gibson and Glover are an unstoppable duo and they know what they're doing. It's a great follow up to an even better first one and this and the others are jsut non-stop fun thrillers! Buy This Movie!
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Summary: Exploding toilet!
Review: This is a great sequel to an action classic. Riggs and Murtagh are back, and this sequel is where we first meet Joe Pesci's character Leo Getz, who constantly goes on about being conned(putting it politely) by the drive-thru, hospitals, and so on! Plenty of great action scenes and laughs as the two out-of-the-ordinary cops bend rules to go after South African drug lords who have diplomatic immuntiy . . . and the bomb-on-Murtagh's-toilet scene is hilarious. You can't help but laugh!
Rating: 
Summary: Should have been better than LW1, but it isn't.
Review: This is a weaker sequel to Lethal Weapon (obviously) but although it has more action, more laughs, and possibly a better plot, it has Riggs having an unnecessary romance with Patsy Kensit (of all people) which I found contradicted everything you learned about Riggs in the original.
Rating: 
Summary: Terrible
Review: This is without a doubt the worst DVD I have ever seen. The plot is non-existant, the acting terrible and the action is understated.
This film is even more boring than Priscilla Fresh Queen of the Desert, worse it gives a distorted and one sided view of the South African situation by portraying white South Africans as racists and making no reference to the gross human rights attrocities commited by the racist ANC in its' grab for power.
One would think the directors would know better than to make one sided derogatory films such as this.
Rating:
Summary: The best in the series... no doubt!
Review: This one is far out my favorite one, it action-packed, funny, and endearing, the story is solid as Mel and Danny are hunting down drug-smulling money-hungry diplomats! This movie is awesome, Joe Pesci is great, but he's not just the reason this movie perfect, I don't care what everyone says, this is the best one in the series, my favorites screens: Mel shots the fishtank, Mel and Pesci complaining about the Drive-thru "CLASSIC"! and Danny "YOU just got revoke"! this the best one one ever! buy it for god sake!! this one rules!!!
Rating:
Summary: THE 2ND LETHAL WEAPON
Review: This time RIGGS AND MUTAUGH must shut down the operations of a south african drug dealer
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