80 reviews
- classicsoncall
- Mar 25, 2021
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Brit martial-artist (he trained in nine disciplines) Scott Adkins does a pretty good job in this sequel. His sidekick Louis Mandylor was no slouch with his fists and the 'best' fight of the movie - was between them both near the end.
Vladimir Kulich appeared for about 4 minutes, and had nothing much to do, unlike the first Debt Collectors, where he was an integral part.
The story? Fuggetaboutit. The premise was collecting overdue money, but in reality this was a goofy buddy movie with plenty of slapstick and comedy thrown in. Marina Sirtis (Counsellor Troy from Star Trek) had a pretty good cameo as a devious business woman.
All and all, if you want 90 minutes of craziness, then give this redo a go. I score it 6/10.
Vladimir Kulich appeared for about 4 minutes, and had nothing much to do, unlike the first Debt Collectors, where he was an integral part.
The story? Fuggetaboutit. The premise was collecting overdue money, but in reality this was a goofy buddy movie with plenty of slapstick and comedy thrown in. Marina Sirtis (Counsellor Troy from Star Trek) had a pretty good cameo as a devious business woman.
All and all, if you want 90 minutes of craziness, then give this redo a go. I score it 6/10.
You may ask yourself after having seen the first one, how could a sequel be made after that ending? But since these are movies ... well that's how it is possible. The chemistry is still there. And they still collect ... so pay up! Well I reckon you are not one of the people they come to collect. Also if everyone was paying up, there would not be action (over the top as it may seem at times - though the bar brawl at the beginning ... dang! It almost overshadows the rest of the movie).
Of course this time around they add a bit of story. So it's not just collecting money and then onto the next one to keep collecting. There is also a bigger riff between our two main leads. While they had a love/hate relationship that brought us many fine moments in the first one, it evolved and now there also some secrets here ... of course you could question some motives, but being angry for someone lying to you is not really something anyone wouldn't get. Having said that, this is more than a decent sequel, that is par blow by blow to the first one, if you like movies in its style
Of course this time around they add a bit of story. So it's not just collecting money and then onto the next one to keep collecting. There is also a bigger riff between our two main leads. While they had a love/hate relationship that brought us many fine moments in the first one, it evolved and now there also some secrets here ... of course you could question some motives, but being angry for someone lying to you is not really something anyone wouldn't get. Having said that, this is more than a decent sequel, that is par blow by blow to the first one, if you like movies in its style
Well, I was impressed with "The Debt Collector 2" (aka "Debt Collectors").
Now, now, don't get me wrong here. I am not saying that "The Debt Collector 2" is a cinematic masterpiece that would make even Shakespeare proud. But what I do mean is that the movie from writers Jesse V. Johnson and Stu Small was actually a lot better than I initially had hoped. Why? Well, this being a movie with Scott Adkins and Louis Mandylor wasn't really the go-to-recipe for a great movie.
But director Jesse V. Johnson managed to churn out a rather enjoyable and entertaining movie. Sure, the storyline was very generic and straight forward with no surprises along the way, so you know what you are in for. But there was just something about the two main characters French (played by Scott Adkins) and Sue (played by Louis Mandylor) that worked so well, and the on-screen chemistry between the two actors. Plus the amount of action and violence throughout the course of the movie definitely helped to spruce things up.
This being an action movie, you know what you are getting. And director Jesse V. Johnson followed the formula of how-to-make-an-action-movie, playing it safe. Hence the generic feel to the movie and the predictable storyline. But it was a good old fashioned action movie that doesn't require a lot of brain activity from the viewers.
And being an action movie also meant that there was little realism as in the amount of beating people to endure, and the amount of bullets fired at the main characters without finding their aim. But hey, it's all good, as this was an action movie meant for entertainment and not realism.
"The Debt Collector 2" is a movie that can be watched more than once, but I think with some years in between each viewing. I was actually adequately entertained by "The Debt Collector 2".
My rating of "The Debt Collector 2" lands on a six out of ten stars. It is actually well worth a viewing, if you have the chance.
Now, now, don't get me wrong here. I am not saying that "The Debt Collector 2" is a cinematic masterpiece that would make even Shakespeare proud. But what I do mean is that the movie from writers Jesse V. Johnson and Stu Small was actually a lot better than I initially had hoped. Why? Well, this being a movie with Scott Adkins and Louis Mandylor wasn't really the go-to-recipe for a great movie.
But director Jesse V. Johnson managed to churn out a rather enjoyable and entertaining movie. Sure, the storyline was very generic and straight forward with no surprises along the way, so you know what you are in for. But there was just something about the two main characters French (played by Scott Adkins) and Sue (played by Louis Mandylor) that worked so well, and the on-screen chemistry between the two actors. Plus the amount of action and violence throughout the course of the movie definitely helped to spruce things up.
This being an action movie, you know what you are getting. And director Jesse V. Johnson followed the formula of how-to-make-an-action-movie, playing it safe. Hence the generic feel to the movie and the predictable storyline. But it was a good old fashioned action movie that doesn't require a lot of brain activity from the viewers.
And being an action movie also meant that there was little realism as in the amount of beating people to endure, and the amount of bullets fired at the main characters without finding their aim. But hey, it's all good, as this was an action movie meant for entertainment and not realism.
"The Debt Collector 2" is a movie that can be watched more than once, but I think with some years in between each viewing. I was actually adequately entertained by "The Debt Collector 2".
My rating of "The Debt Collector 2" lands on a six out of ten stars. It is actually well worth a viewing, if you have the chance.
- paul_haakonsen
- Dec 7, 2020
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This one, like the the first rendition is fun.
Scott Adkins needs bigger productions, such a fine actor.
I liked this a lot, great and fun action movie, like the first one.
The chemistry is great between the leads,
See it when you are into fun action!
Scott Adkins needs bigger productions, such a fine actor.
I liked this a lot, great and fun action movie, like the first one.
The chemistry is great between the leads,
See it when you are into fun action!
- MikeWindgren
- Oct 29, 2020
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Like many sequels, this was just not up to the quality of the first Debt Collector installment. However, I really enjoy Adkins and Mandylor and they are both enjoyable in the movie. Too bad the directing was poor and some action scenes were not done better. Adkins and Mandylor were fine but the gun fighting was "D" rate - AKs at point blank not hitting anyone?? All in all though, I would recommend it to die-hard action fans, just know what to expect.
- RobertJM68
- Jun 14, 2020
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Let's be fair. The first one was good enough as an action film. Literally, this one is up there with the first one as an action film. Moreover, be mentioned, this one contains some twists and turns. Adkins was good as always. How lethal a fighter he is! While Louis did fair enough.
It has got action, comedy and emotional truns. Just watch it as it is made.
It's fair to bless it with a 7.
- packmanproductions
- Sep 4, 2020
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It is sequel to Debt Collector. Story is well and presenting also well. Story going straight with no sub plots any more. Lot of actions, gunning, thrills and tension makes this movie watchable. Scott Adkins is as always he is. However there are two hero here not only Scott. Climax is full with tension and end is average but hope give us that we can see third installment. If you have action lovers and especially fan of Scott Adkins then this movie is for you.
- saptesh786
- Jun 1, 2020
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Debt Collectors (2020) boasts a nice cast: Scott Adkins and Louis Mandylor reprise their roles from the first part along with Vladimir Kulich, Vernon Wells, Marina Sirtis. It's an attractive action film with an interesting mingle of suspense, brutal martial arts, bloody combats and shootouts .A pair of debt collectors are thrust into an explosively dangerous situation, chasing down various lowlifes while also evading vengeful kingpins. The pair of debt collectors once again are thrust into an explosively perilous situation, chasing down various lowlifes while also evading a vengeful kingpin. Debt collectors French (Scott Adkins) and Sue (Louis Mandaylor) get to work doing what they do best as they chase down the various lowlifes who owe money to their bosses. They're summoned to Las Vegas to collect from a dirty casino owner, who happens to be a vicious ex-lover of Sue's. Meanwhile, a notorious drug kingpin is on the warpath to kill French and Sue to avenge his brother's death. Facing danger from all angles, the pair will have no other choice but to fight their way out of an explosively dangerous situation. The classically-trained martial artist Frenchie goes on to work as a mob debt collector. French needs money to pay off his debts and joins his partner's help who get in trouble. French quickly finds out they can trust no one in this game that makes him question whether he should do the right thing. The job seems easy enough, until a client drags him into a situation deeper than could ever be anticipated. Along with his companion Sue (Louis Mandylor) do whatever it takes to chase down individuals that owe money to Big Tommy (Vladimir Kulich). Facing danger from all angles, the pair will have no other choice but to fight their way out of an explosively dangerous situation. Violence first !. Questions later !. Doing whatever it takes to chase down individuals that owe money !.
Violent tale with full of noisy action, tension, high body count and fights in a comic-book style in which debt collectors French and Sue get to work doing what they do best: cracking skulls and breaking bones. Along the way, they confront heinous murderers and nasty mobsters. Starring Casey/Scott Adkins being forced into action and steadily butchering his relentless enemies , while inching ever closer to the long-awaited bloody conclusion, as they chase down the various lowlifes who owe money to their bosses and attempt to free Sue's friend: Vladimir Kulich. Scott Adkins playing is his usual style as French, a martial artist that takes on a job as a mob debt collector in order to make ends meet. Mandylor is a fine and likeable actor. He owned the screen in The Debt Collector (2018) and does it again in this sequel Debt Collectors(2020) . Big credit goes to Louis Mandaylor for keeping up with Scott. There's even an alleyway brawl between Scott Adkins and Louis Mandaylor that pays tribute to the classic sci-fi movie They Live (1988) by John Campenter stars Roddy Piper and Keith David.
Adkins is a very established puncher and kicker, and Louis is capable of holding his own. They both make each other look good. The chemistry Louis has with Scott is terrific. Adkins and Mandylor's banter is action and comedic gold. Being Scott Adkins and Louis Mandylor third film together. Add in the directorial talents of Jesse V. Johnson and Debt Collector can't help but be a recipe for success. If you like butt-kicking, gum-chewing action movies, then Debt Collector is definitely a movie for you. Action fans should be delighted to know that Debt Collectors is worth picking up, and to get a chance to check it out.
The motion picture was professionally directed Jesse V. Johnson, though nothing special, that's why it copies similar situations than the original: Debt Collector (2018). Jesse V. Johnson made with Scott Adkins 8 films. He's a craftsman, a writer and director , expert on action and thriller movies , such as: Savage Dog (2017), accident man (2018), Avengement (2019),Triple Threat (2019), The Mercenary (2019), Hell Hath No Fury (2021), Debt Collectors 2 (2020), White Elephant (2022), in Boudica (2023), One Ranger (2023), among others. Rating: 5/10. The flick will like to action genre enthusiasts and Scott Adkins fans.
Violent tale with full of noisy action, tension, high body count and fights in a comic-book style in which debt collectors French and Sue get to work doing what they do best: cracking skulls and breaking bones. Along the way, they confront heinous murderers and nasty mobsters. Starring Casey/Scott Adkins being forced into action and steadily butchering his relentless enemies , while inching ever closer to the long-awaited bloody conclusion, as they chase down the various lowlifes who owe money to their bosses and attempt to free Sue's friend: Vladimir Kulich. Scott Adkins playing is his usual style as French, a martial artist that takes on a job as a mob debt collector in order to make ends meet. Mandylor is a fine and likeable actor. He owned the screen in The Debt Collector (2018) and does it again in this sequel Debt Collectors(2020) . Big credit goes to Louis Mandaylor for keeping up with Scott. There's even an alleyway brawl between Scott Adkins and Louis Mandaylor that pays tribute to the classic sci-fi movie They Live (1988) by John Campenter stars Roddy Piper and Keith David.
Adkins is a very established puncher and kicker, and Louis is capable of holding his own. They both make each other look good. The chemistry Louis has with Scott is terrific. Adkins and Mandylor's banter is action and comedic gold. Being Scott Adkins and Louis Mandylor third film together. Add in the directorial talents of Jesse V. Johnson and Debt Collector can't help but be a recipe for success. If you like butt-kicking, gum-chewing action movies, then Debt Collector is definitely a movie for you. Action fans should be delighted to know that Debt Collectors is worth picking up, and to get a chance to check it out.
The motion picture was professionally directed Jesse V. Johnson, though nothing special, that's why it copies similar situations than the original: Debt Collector (2018). Jesse V. Johnson made with Scott Adkins 8 films. He's a craftsman, a writer and director , expert on action and thriller movies , such as: Savage Dog (2017), accident man (2018), Avengement (2019),Triple Threat (2019), The Mercenary (2019), Hell Hath No Fury (2021), Debt Collectors 2 (2020), White Elephant (2022), in Boudica (2023), One Ranger (2023), among others. Rating: 5/10. The flick will like to action genre enthusiasts and Scott Adkins fans.
Very recommendable, action packed fighting movie with a decent yet simple plot.
The rating is only being limited to an 8/10 by a few shootout scenes in the movie, which I did enjoy watching, but found a bit too unrealistic compared to the fighting scenes. The fighting scenes are amazing to watch and I was stunned by the quality and attention to detail in these scenes. When it comes to fighting movies, these two movies belong in the very top of the leaderboard.
- rasmushyttel-56512
- Nov 14, 2020
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I haven't seen the first movie so I had no clue about what to expect. First minutes I thought "ok, this won't be a nice one to watch"... but then I was so wrong: the movie is a very nice action story with no need to explain much or to develop much about the characters (although it tries a bit, but not too hard). Collecting scenes are funny, best parts of the movie and in the end I was not caring anymore about the credibility of the last shooting because I had fun with a movie that is supposed to be entertaining. No, it's not a "great movie", but on it's kind it was a very nice surprise.
Shocking accents, Shocking Acting (or lack off), Shocking script, Shocking fight scenes.
This film is bad, I cannot find one likeable thing about it, try as I might.
- youoldduffer
- May 29, 2020
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The movie is really good.If you are an Scott Adkins or Louis Mandylor fan,you will not be dissapointed.In my opinion the sequel is better then the first installment mostly because of a better plot twist.First Debt Collector had some issues with the story telling and obvious plot.This one is okay.The line between Scott and Louis is incredible.I'm really satisfied,hope we get an another sequel :) . 7/10
- medinomerspahic-70960
- May 28, 2020
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I enjoyed this knowing it's a film about Friendship and Morales. It's an indy production with decent storytelling. Tells a story in 90 minutes. I use to think longer running time was better value when buying a DVD or VOD, but story is more important. Watch part 1 to to value this movie more.
- rochfordsimon
- Jun 12, 2020
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It's a very good movie, good acting, great fight scenes and the chemistry between the two lead actors was outstanding. I actually thought the two characters were a great buddy team. This movie is underrated and deserves better rating.
This seems like the exact same movie as The Debt Collector (singular) from 2018. I can't believe that anyone, not even the director's mother, would be interested in seeing two of these films.
Starts off with a very poorly-choreographed bar fight scene between a British guy and a bunch of brain-dead American hicks (although I don't think the hick who spoke was American). Why is there a bar fight? There is no reason at all because the writers were in too much of a hurry to throw viewers into the poorly-choreographed bar fight to bother with any sort of explanation. Bar fights are just things that happen every ten minutes in American dives.
Getting over on moronic Yanks must be the ultimate British fantasy, and something they spend way too much time considering, whether it's a bar fight or an intellectual argument (in this case, it's both). I have seen countless examples in British movies and TV of people describing Americans as fat and stupid, as if every Brit were a genius bodybuilder. But let's move forward and try to forget the first scene.
The accent on the Sue character (he's Australian) was just horrible. What was that? A stroke victim from the Isle of Man? A Polish guy impersonating Joe Pesci? His accent is like when someone has a bit of food on their face and you can't stop looking at it. Every time he opens his mouth, I was scratching my head trying to come up with possible sources of the accent. And speaking of food on the face, Americans don't eat like he does with the fork tines pointing down-nitpicky, I know, but still. Even the way he eats is a dig at Americans when he pours a load of ketchup on his plate. Are Brits going to lecture us on cuisine now?
Fast-forward to as bad a shootout scene as has evern been captured on film. Curtain.
Starts off with a very poorly-choreographed bar fight scene between a British guy and a bunch of brain-dead American hicks (although I don't think the hick who spoke was American). Why is there a bar fight? There is no reason at all because the writers were in too much of a hurry to throw viewers into the poorly-choreographed bar fight to bother with any sort of explanation. Bar fights are just things that happen every ten minutes in American dives.
Getting over on moronic Yanks must be the ultimate British fantasy, and something they spend way too much time considering, whether it's a bar fight or an intellectual argument (in this case, it's both). I have seen countless examples in British movies and TV of people describing Americans as fat and stupid, as if every Brit were a genius bodybuilder. But let's move forward and try to forget the first scene.
The accent on the Sue character (he's Australian) was just horrible. What was that? A stroke victim from the Isle of Man? A Polish guy impersonating Joe Pesci? His accent is like when someone has a bit of food on their face and you can't stop looking at it. Every time he opens his mouth, I was scratching my head trying to come up with possible sources of the accent. And speaking of food on the face, Americans don't eat like he does with the fork tines pointing down-nitpicky, I know, but still. Even the way he eats is a dig at Americans when he pours a load of ketchup on his plate. Are Brits going to lecture us on cuisine now?
Fast-forward to as bad a shootout scene as has evern been captured on film. Curtain.
- leftbanker-1
- May 29, 2020
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- madhawk-02399
- Feb 6, 2021
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I'm a Scott Adkins fan, but this was a new low even for him. No story what to speak of, The acting, if you want to call it that, was very poor.
You might as well put a Gatling gun in a couple peoples hands and have them fire it off and on the whole movie while other people fight. Like I said, very disappointing would not recommend.
The first one at least had some story to it and was a little better but this one should never have been made.
- clarkishome
- May 29, 2020
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Debt Collectors (2020) continues in the same line as its predecessor. Which is OK, but I was expecting more.
A long time has passed since the events of The Debt Collector (2018) and French is still in a financial crisis. However, Sue appears to propose to him an irrefutable offer: one last debt collector task. Actually, three more in a couple of days. The paycheck is high.
Again, nothing new here. The plot is linear enough that you get the main idea fast about what is going on. And that is kinda disappointing. After the events of the first movie, I was expecting something else.
All in all, it's a nice movie. Action-packed and a little bit more humorous. I just think the plot could have been deeper.
A long time has passed since the events of The Debt Collector (2018) and French is still in a financial crisis. However, Sue appears to propose to him an irrefutable offer: one last debt collector task. Actually, three more in a couple of days. The paycheck is high.
Again, nothing new here. The plot is linear enough that you get the main idea fast about what is going on. And that is kinda disappointing. After the events of the first movie, I was expecting something else.
All in all, it's a nice movie. Action-packed and a little bit more humorous. I just think the plot could have been deeper.
- gabriel_sanchez
- Jan 13, 2021
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I have $10 000 THX2 certified home cinema audio system but I can not make out most of the movie's dialog. Most of the time they are mumbling in a car away from the microphone and and the engine soundtrack covers the little you could hear. Rustling papers, cups and other stuff. I would have been nice to have a little plot one could follow in between the action scenes. Someone clearly made the efford to write a lot of dialog, too bad the audience could not hear that.
I rarely pay attention to the sound, except when it is this bad or when it is as good as in the movie Heat.
Worst sound engineer ever !
I rarely pay attention to the sound, except when it is this bad or when it is as good as in the movie Heat.
Worst sound engineer ever !
- xregistration
- Aug 29, 2023
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The Bad Boys are back as French & Sue get back together & have to help out their old boss Tommy in a dangerous situation when a new crime lord tries to take over.
The best thing about this Awesome sequel is the dazzling chemistry that comes from two excellent stars ADKINS & MANDYLOR!!!! These two are fantastic together & are just as much fun as the Cult Classic first film & it's just so much following these two tough guys about while getting into scraps as they cruise about in the criminal underworld.
There's a fantastic long fight sequence that was inspired by the Classic fight in John Carpenter's THEY LIVE (1988) which ADKINS is a fan of himself & the fight scene here is excellent as French & Sue have a big disagreement & fight it out & it's just Awesome & the best bit in the movie.
There's plenty of action & plenty of laughs in this thrilling sequel that is hugely entertaining, love these guys & Adkins is the best Action star working today!!!
Louis Mandylor & Scott Adkins are a perfect team
Louis Mandylor & Scott Adkins are a perfect team
- lukem-52760
- Dec 30, 2020
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- burlesonjesse5
- May 28, 2020
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I love Scott Adkins hes one of my favorite actors and I watch everything hes in. The first movie I personally liked alot, diddn't love the ending, but still enjoyed it.
This movie though is just brutal. Poor pacing, poor acting, poor premise, poor action, etc. I really wanted to cut it off 20 minutes into it I hated it that much. It even looks extremely cheap. There must of hardly been a budget with this and they went with it anyway hoping to make something from fans of the first.
Please avoid at all costs you'll thank me big time for saving your time.
This movie though is just brutal. Poor pacing, poor acting, poor premise, poor action, etc. I really wanted to cut it off 20 minutes into it I hated it that much. It even looks extremely cheap. There must of hardly been a budget with this and they went with it anyway hoping to make something from fans of the first.
Please avoid at all costs you'll thank me big time for saving your time.
- Brooklynsmagicmike
- May 30, 2020
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I really liked the movie. He is as good as the first film. I look forward to continuing. :) 7/10 It is sad that the review can only be written in English. This is not modern :(
- komsomol-59739
- May 29, 2020
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