A bit better than the first one, IMO, maybe because it wasn't quite as dated (almost 10 years later than the original _Sniper_ produced in 1993). The acting was a bit better in this one, the story more believable. Sequels are notorious for falling short of the original but in this case, I felt the follow-up was done more smoothly, with more believability. The characters were also more plausible and easy to associate with. It _did_ seem to take its time getting started, but once you got into the story, it was quite enjoyable.

A solid sequel. I still prefer the first movie, but I liked how this one shows the consequences of what Beckett went through before. He’s clearly no longer at his peak, yet he remains someone his enemies should fear — for him, it will always be one shot, one kill. This is also where the more political side of the missions starts to appear, which isn’t something I personally enjoy as much. I think it would’ve been more interesting to see him in traditional military missions, working as a sniper providing cover. Still, the movie is enjoyable for what it is. This sequel is much faster-paced than the first film. Even so, I still prefer the slower rhythm and suspense of the original, especially with the jungle setting, where you constantly feel like you could be in another sniper’s sights at any moment.