Ferry 2

The film Ferry 2 fails to capture the charm and strength that made the Undercover series and the first Ferry movie so beloved. The storyline feels completely disconnected, with little to no relation to the original plot. What remains is an overused concept that comes across as forced rather than innovative.

One of the film's major weaknesses is its casting. The younger actors, particularly Aiko Beemsterboer, deliver performances that are unconvincing and shallow, making every scene she's in feel artificial. Similarly, Jonas Smulders, who plays the rival mob boss, is a poor casting choice. His character lacks the intensity and menace expected of a crime boss, leaving no lasting impression.

The script and direction also fall short. The final scenes are so implausible that they feel entirely out of place within the story. While the previous installments maintained a certain level of realism and suspense, Ferry 2 comes across as a failed attempt to keep the franchise alive.

Overall, Ferry 2 is a letdown. Fans of the series and the first film will likely find this sequel disappointing and disjointed. Sometimes, it's better to end a story on a high note rather than milk it dry and lose what made it special in the first place.

I enjoyed the series and the first movie. I started watching this and knew within 7 minutes that this was going to be a disappointment. Boy I was not wrong.

1. Niece-having a niece fine. Having someone around that only serves as plot armor in providing stupidity to keep the story going...not good. Remember the Las Vegas zombie movie where Dave Bautisa daughter got everyone killed? Yes, this niece is the same and for some stupid reason she is a primary focus.

2. Random characters, no consistent plotline, dumb Hallmark moments that does nothing to propel the story and horrendous score/music being played during all action scenes tells you about everything you need to know.

Obviously you go in to see Ferry Bouman yet this time around it is actor Jonas Smulders that carries the movie. Where the first film was a great movie, Ferry 2 falls somewhat short. The story isn't the most interesting but manages to be entertaining enough. Bouman feels a bit old in the film, his main rival however does a wonderful job. The characters in general besides Bouman and the rival feel somewhat empty, they could have done more to make the viewer connect with them. It's a pitty really as again the first movie had it all. Then it does leave some space open for a third, which if being made we would all surely hope would do a better job than Ferry 2.

After the success of the original series and the first spin-off movie, Ferry 2 feels like a bad trip-or worse, an overdose-in multiple ways. What could have been a worthy continuation of an intriguing storyline instead devolves into a poorly executed cash grab that leaves me (and apparently other fans) disillusioned.

The casting of the co-lead characters is, quite frankly, appalling. There's little chemistry or believability in their performances, which only serves to magnify the shallowness of the three main supporting roles. These one-dimensional characters are unconvincing at best, cartoonishly unrealistic at worst. Their lack of depth makes it nearly impossible to connect, care or remember about their presence in the story.

The film's scenario, scenery and events (cooking meth and firing a gun unnoticed in a Police/Fire-station) are riddled with flaws and inconsistencies-many of which have been pointed out in other reviews as well. From plot holes to poorly thought-out sequences, the narrative fails to hold up under even minimal scrutiny. It's clear that neither the writers nor the directors invested the necessary effort to craft a compelling or cohesive story.

And then there's Ferry himself, portrayed by Frank Lammers. While his performance remains solid, his omnipresence in commercials airing hundreds of times a day during this holiday season in the Netherlands creates an overexposure that detracts from the character's impact. It's a shame that Netflix and the director's team opted for this money-driven -Christmas-time release-shortcut rather than focusing on the quality and originality that made the franchise successful in the first place.

In the end, Ferry2 feels like an unnecessary addition that tarnishes what could have been a strong legacy. For me, they should have left Ferry where he was and redirected their efforts toward creating a fresh, compelling narrative. This sequel is a another glaring reminder that not every story needs to be stretched to its limits-and beyond.

I must say i had high hopes but Ferry 2 is an uninspired, poorly executed sequel that tarnishes the legacy of its predecessor. The plot is shallow and aimless, riddled with clichés and devoid of emotional impact. Even Frank Lammers can't save the lifeless script or bring depth to the hollow characters.

The action lacks energy, the pacing drags, and the once-gritty tone feels sanitized and generic. This sequel offers nothing new, only recycling tired tropes in a half-hearted attempt to cash in on the original's success.

A lazy, forgettable mess - Ferry 2 is a sequel that should never have been made.