The story felt confusing and rushed, with too many new ideas and not enough focus on the characters we care about.
The biggest letdown was how it treated Joe and Nicky. In the first movie, their love was powerful and moving. In this one, they barely get any screen time together, and their relationship is almost completely ignored. It feels like the heart of the story is missing.
Overall, the sequel focuses too much on action and forgets what made the original so special.