John Wick 2 turns 5: This Keanu Reeves starrer sets a benchmark in action - here's how

There have been many action movies over the years and John Wick is one that holds a special place in the category. John Wick: Chapter 2, which released in India five years back, also set a benchmark in the genre. Keanu Reeves in the role of John Wick knows revenge way too well, which is expressed well in the sequel. Here's a detailed look...

Setting base for the antagonist

Much like Simon Peter-Gruber in Die Hard: With A Vengeance, John Wick also gets the perfect antagonist in Abram (Peter Stormare) in the second chapter. However, unlike Simon, Winston doesn't get his hands dirty and leaves killing to the professionals.

Love is a strong motive

Everybody knows that love makes you do crazy things and John Wick is no different. He lost the love of his life and has a loyal pet and a lot of angst to be able to keep living.

A man trying to change his life

John Wick's speciality is that he constantly tries to lead a healthy and happier life, free of him. However, since he is John Wick, the man realizes where he is needed and gets there in one way or another.

The prep

John Wick knows his job way too well. He prepares for it beforehand and that too is a process you will want to be a part of.

A visual treat

Whether a bloodied bath in a mansion or an explosion in another one, John Wick: Chapter 2 is a visual treat through-and-through.

The unmatched action

John is the only man who can kill another up close with suave. He could pull the enemies' head back and put a bullet through his head. Thus, this film is a gift for those who love action and violence.