My take: Crank 2: High Voltage

HD Goofnut · 09-09-2009, 10:34 PM

Title: Crank 2: High Voltage
BD-50 Dual-Layer Disc
Video: 1080p/AVC MPEG-4
Audio: 7.1 DTS-HD Master Audio
Aspect Ratio: 1:85:1
Subtitles: English and Spanish
Run time: 96 minutes
Studio: Lionsgate Films
Rating: R
Player used for review: LG BH200

Cast/Crew Info:
Jason Statham as Chev Chelios
Amy Smart as Eve Lydon
Dwight Yoakam as Doc Miles
Directed by Mark Neveldine & Brian Taylor

My take: (the breakdown)

Ok, let's face it both Crank movies are absolutely fictitious, crazy, and downright wacko. However, the first Crank movie had an original idea for the plot, but this sequel just seems to be a rehash with a slightly different story. Chev Chelios (Statham) has mysteriously survived his several thousand foot fall from a helicopter. He soon finds himself being operated on and it is heart that is being stolen for some old 100 year old Chinese crime boss (the late David Carradine). So Chev has to race throughput the movie and track down his heart before his artificial heart gives out. To keep his artificial heart going he has to keep it electrically charged, which creates a lot of dumb/exciting moments. Anyway, I'd say it's worth a rent, but don't run out and buy it. Also keep children away from this as the gore and language is rather liberal.

For a modestly budgeted movie I was quite impressed with this Blu-ray release. Colors are extremely vibrant and really pop giving that three-dimensional feel. Flesh tones are also accurate. Fine detail is spot on as you can see every facial hair and bead of sweat. Grain is almost nonexistent except in a few darker areas. My only complaint is that the some of the contrast overblown during much of the outdoor filming and whether it was intentional or not it can be slightly distracting. This looks about as good as the first installment overall.

The only thing that can describe this 7.1 DTS-HD Master Audio track is 'whoa!'. Everything is perfect. Dialogue is crystal clear and never hard to understand. Your surrounds and sub will be working overtime for this title as well. This is definitely a reference audio track from Lionsgate.

We get a slew of extras in this supplemental package. We are given two different commentaries, a 51 minute making of feature, a 4 minute mistake feature, a 2 minute gag reel, the film's trailer, and a digital copy on a second disc that is compatible with all portable devices. The best thing is that all of these features are presented in 1080.

Movie: 6.5/10
VQ: 9/10
AQ: 10/10
Supplements: 7/10
Final word: Worth a Rental

As always thanks for reading folks.

**kamspy** · 09-10-2009, 05:05 PM

What would you rate the first movie?

DonnyDC · 09-10-2009, 05:38 PM

I loved Crank and Crank 2 is just as action packed and crazy.

And thats where the problem is. Its exactly like the first one but less memorable. 90% of the characters are even the same, 90% of the scenes are alike. In fact I think I would have rather watched Crank again rather than watch the sequel.

HD Goofnut · 09-10-2009, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kamspy

what would you rate the first movie?

7/10

ac1ds0ul · 09-10-2009, 07:15 PM

I loved this movie! I think crank 1 and 2 are a breath of fresh air.

HD Goofnut · 09-10-2009, 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ac1ds0ul

I loved this movie! I think crank 1 and 2 are a breath of fresh air.

I wouldn't say fresh air. In my opinion Statham's best movies have been the Transporter franchise.

sschantz · 09-12-2009, 06:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DonnyDC

I loved Crank and Crank 2 is just as action packed and crazy.

And thats where the problem is. Its exactly like the first one but less memorable. 90% of the characters are even the same, 90% of the scenes are alike. In fact I think I would have rather watched Crank again rather than watch the sequel.

But do they mimic the scene where Chev and AMy Smart's character are getting busy over a newspaper machine in the middle of public....Classic!

poksey21 · 09-12-2009, 08:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HD Goofnut

I wouldn't say fresh air. In my opinion Statham's best movies have been the Transporter franchise.

Im gonna have to say Snatch

II SAL II · 09-12-2009, 09:48 AM

Crank 2: High Voltage - WOW !!! This movie was probably the funniest thing I have seen in a very long time. Great fucking movie. I gave it a 4 out of 5. It’s full of some great camera work, over the top humor, and some unforgettable characters. if you have 1 hour and 30 min and want to be entertained like never before please rent this movie and dont blink becasue this movie moves at a lightning fast pace and it works !!

by the way this Franchise is 100x better than the Transporter movies. at least this movie makes great fun at what Transporter tries to take serious and that just makes it look like some low budget crappy action movie.

NappyP · 09-12-2009, 12:07 PM

This felt a lot like a stale version of the first movie. Entertaining, yes. good, no. It was just a little too "much" compared to what i was expecting. I'm not gunna revisit this title anytime soon.

HD Goofnut · 09-12-2009, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NappyP

This felt a lot like a stale version of the first movie. Entertaining, yes. good, no. It was just a little too "much" compared to what i was expecting. I'm not gunna revisit this title anytime soon.

Very similar to my mode of thought on this one as well.

**PFC5** · 09-13-2009, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NappyP

This felt a lot like a stale version of the first movie. Entertaining, yes. good, no. It was just a little too "much" compared to what i was expecting. I'm not gunna revisit this title anytime soon.

That was my thoughts exactly.

MikeRox · 09-13-2009, 04:10 PM

I really enjoyed Crank for what it was. Crank 2 felt like rinse and repeat which unfortunatley isn't a good thing as Crank 1 was only IMO so good because it was so fresh and just in a different direction to anything else at the time.

Bravestime · 09-14-2009, 01:03 AM

Shame both these movies have great PQ and AQ, but are lacking a critical good story line. Although I though Crank was a desent movie, it just wasn't a "wow" movie. Looks like Crank 2 is no different.

Thanks HD Goofnut.

HD Goofnut · 09-14-2009, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bravestime

Shame both these movies have great PQ and AQ, but are lacking a critical good story line. Although I though Crank was a desent movie, it just wasn't a "wow" movie. Looks like Crank 2 is no different.

Thanks HD Goofnut.

No problem Braves.

09-09-2009, 10:34 PM	#1
HD Goofnut The Official HDF Reviewer Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Mississippi, U.S.A. Your resident Dune, Star Wars, and war film expert Age: 27 Posts: 6,848	My take: Crank 2: High Voltage Title: Crank 2: High Voltage BD-50 Dual-Layer Disc Video: 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 Audio: 7.1 DTS-HD Master Audio Aspect Ratio: 1:85:1 Subtitles: English and Spanish Run time: 96 minutes Studio: Lionsgate Films Rating: R Player used for review: LG BH200 Cast/Crew Info: Jason Statham as Chev Chelios Amy Smart as Eve Lydon Dwight Yoakam as Doc Miles Directed by Mark Neveldine & Brian Taylor My take: (the breakdown) Ok, let's face it both Crank movies are absolutely fictitious, crazy, and downright wacko. However, the first Crank movie had an original idea for the plot, but this sequel just seems to be a rehash with a slightly different story. Chev Chelios (Statham) has mysteriously survived his several thousand foot fall from a helicopter. He soon finds himself being operated on and it is heart that is being stolen for some old 100 year old Chinese crime boss (the late David Carradine). So Chev has to race throughput the movie and track down his heart before his artificial heart gives out. To keep his artificial heart going he has to keep it electrically charged, which creates a lot of dumb/exciting moments. Anyway, I'd say it's worth a rent, but don't run out and buy it. Also keep children away from this as the gore and language is rather liberal. For a modestly budgeted movie I was quite impressed with this Blu-ray release. Colors are extremely vibrant and really pop giving that three-dimensional feel. Flesh tones are also accurate. Fine detail is spot on as you can see every facial hair and bead of sweat. Grain is almost nonexistent except in a few darker areas. My only complaint is that the some of the contrast overblown during much of the outdoor filming and whether it was intentional or not it can be slightly distracting. This looks about as good as the first installment overall. The only thing that can describe this 7.1 DTS-HD Master Audio track is 'whoa!'. Everything is perfect. Dialogue is crystal clear and never hard to understand. Your surrounds and sub will be working overtime for this title as well. This is definitely a reference audio track from Lionsgate. We get a slew of extras in this supplemental package. We are given two different commentaries, a 51 minute making of feature, a 4 minute mistake feature, a 2 minute gag reel, the film's trailer, and a digital copy on a second disc that is compatible with all portable devices. The best thing is that all of these features are presented in 1080. Movie: 6.5/10 VQ: 9/10 AQ: 10/10 Supplements: 7/10 Final word: Worth a Rental As always thanks for reading folks. __________________ My Review Setup Sanyo DP46848 46" 1080p LCD Onkyo TX-SR606 7.1 DirecTV HR21-100 HD DVR Onkyo SKS-HT540 7.1 System LG BH200 Super Blu Toshiba HD-A20 Sony 40 GB PS3 (Now with Netflix streaming!) 156~206~My Movie Collection Latest Review: *Men in Black* Be sure to check out the Blu-ray Review Request Thread Last edited by HD Goofnut; 09-10-2009 at 07:12 PM.

09-12-2009, 09:48 AM	#9
II SAL II PSN is POO Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Richmond, Va Age: 36 Posts: 2,063	Crank 2: High Voltage - WOW !!! This movie was probably the funniest thing I have seen in a very long time. Great fucking movie. I gave it a 4 out of 5. It’s full of some great camera work, over the top humor, and some unforgettable characters. if you have 1 hour and 30 min and want to be entertained like never before please rent this movie and dont blink becasue this movie moves at a lightning fast pace and it works !! by the way this Franchise is 100x better than the Transporter movies. at least this movie makes great fun at what Transporter tries to take serious and that just makes it look like some low budget crappy action movie. __________________ Currently playing on my Xbox360: Call of Duty : Modern Warfare 2 (790 / 1000) Assassin's Creed II (120 / 1000) Borderland (1000 / 1000) Call of Duty : World at War (1500 / 1500) Fallout 3 (1550 / 1550) Mass Effect (1200 / 1200) Currently playing on PC: Guild Wars () Magic the Gathering : Online () Currently playing on my PS3: Blu-Ray Movies Last Watched = "Star Trek" my rating 9.8/10 Last edited by II SAL II; 09-12-2009 at 10:00 AM.

09-13-2009, 04:10 PM	#13
MikeRox Blu Blu Skies! :D Join Date: May 2007 Location: Huddersfield, United Kingdom Posts: 12,416	I really enjoyed Crank for what it was. Crank 2 felt like rinse and repeat which unfortunatley isn't a good thing as Crank 1 was only IMO so good because it was so fresh and just in a different direction to anything else at the time. __________________ REGION B 4TW! Latest HD additions - I Love You Man - 17 Again - Born on the 4th of July - Paul Blart: Mall Cop - Monsters, Inc. HD Movies - Um... Lost count >_< bout 250 Latest Gaming Additions - Mirrors Edge - Scene It BOS - Wartech: Senko No Ronde - Lego Indiana Jones/Kung Fu Panda 2 pack - Silent Hill

09-14-2009, 01:03 AM	#14
Bravestime Supporter of HiDef Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Aiken, SC Age: 53 Posts: 4,415	Shame both these movies have great PQ and AQ, but are lacking a critical good story line. Although I though Crank was a desent movie, it just wasn't a "wow" movie. Looks like Crank 2 is no different. Thanks HD Goofnut. __________________ Life is Short, Watch a Movie

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