‘The Accountant 2’ released in theatres nationwide on April 25. The original 2016 film starring Ben Aflleck has remained a fan favorite over the years, bringing excitement for the sequel.
The original film revolves around Christain Wolff, portrayed by Ben Affleck. Christian is a autistic but gifted forensic accountant dealing with dangerous organizations and investigating their financial activities. The entire plot focuses on Christian investigating fraud records, which leads to violence, dangerous activities and threats.
The sequel is set nearly nine years after the first film. ‘The Accountant 2’ finds Wolff living isolated and afraid of social interactions. His single and quiet life is overturned when he comes across his previous acquaintance, Ray King, being murdered. This leads Christian to take justice into his own hands, bringing him back to his brother Brax. Played by Jon Bernthal, Brax is characterized as a deadly hitman.
The genre of the film is a perfect blend between action and comedy. The entire film revolves around highlighting the chemistry between the leads. Director Gavin O’Connor showcases the gravity of the interactions between all the characters, using a great sense of humor and aspects of thriller.
The movie is popularly known for its comedic brother duo. The evolving relation between the siblings sheds light on the awkward but memorable moments throughout the climax. The rapport between the brothers provides a hearty and warm humor. Whether it’s Christian’s love life or his brother’s impatient nature, the leads have been praised for their natural but intense performance.
Christian’s autism diagnosis also remains central throughout the film, shaping his character and the narrative. Audiences have appreciated the diverse yet lighthearted embrace of Christian’s unique abilities. The film depicts Christian’s abilities to solve complex puzzles and problems as strengths, giving him an advantage. Although not being completely accurate in capturing the full reality of autism, the results of the portrayal feel authentic and compelling.
‘The Accountant 2’ is a combination of violence and humor, capturing the charm of the original film. It has received a mixed but generally positive response. Critics online have praised the performance and energy while also acknowledging narrative shortcomings.
