Still funny and outrageous, “Deadpool 2” somehow manages to feel like the standard superhero adventure. This film doesn’t follow the path you would expect. Although we do get another opening sequence that leads to a flashback, the story takes a shocking turn early on. After that, we settle in for the jokes and fourth wall breaking the franchise does best. Most the jokes work and they have a lot of fun at the expense of everyone and everything. It takes a little while, but eventually the plot begins to become clear and we finally get to some fun action sequences. As usual, Ryan Reynolds owns the role, carrying both the comedy and some moving emotional moments. T.J. Miller, who provided much of the humor the first time around, doesn’t get as much time to let loose here. But, there are a lot of new characters that need servicing. Julian Dennison has a pivotal role, but his character is a bit all over the place and you’re not always sure how you should feel about him. While we only really just get a taste of Cable, Josh Brolin brings enough to the role to make you want to learn more. Domino, played by Zazie Beets, is the best new character. She has some fun action sequences and seems to be having fun in the role. Despite taking a strange route to get there, the film wraps things up nicely. While there is nothing after the main credits, there are several funny moments spread throughout the first part of the credits.
***1/2 out of *****