Sisu: Road to Revenge is a wall-to-wall action spectacle and a sequel to the original sleeper hit Sisu. Returning to the home where his family was brutally murdered during the war, “the man who refuses to die” (Jorma Tommila) dismantles it, loads it onto a truck, and sets out to rebuild it somewhere safe in their honor. When the Red Army commander who killed his family (Stephen Lang) returns determined to finish the job, a relentless cross-country chase begins — a fight to the death filled with clever, intense action set pieces.
Written and Directed by: Jalmari Helander
Producer: Mike Goodridge
Produced by: Petri Jokiranta
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Many critics describe it as a “brutal, brilliant sequel” that preserves the tone of the original Sisu (2022) while raising the stakes and spectacle. The action receives consistent praise for its inventive, over-the-top set pieces, practical stunts, and tight structure. Early reactions suggest it may even surpass the original in ambition and audacity.
Early audience responses are positive — many call it a “perfect sequel” or a very satisfying action ride.
Viewers describe it as “a wild and memorable journey,” packed with inventive stunts and gleefully gory violence. It delivers one brutal, over-the-top sequence after another.
Many reviews highlight that the film “knows exactly what it is” — a lean, brutal revenge-action flick without unnecessary fluff. The action sequences are particularly praised: inventive, well-staged, and often gloriously over-the-top. Among fans of bloody action and spectacle-driven filmmaking, it’s considered a clear win.
It currently sits at 90% with a verified fresh score.
Reviewers frequently mention how the film builds from one intense action sequence to the next — cars, trains, motorcycles, explosions, chases — offering a near non-stop “hold on to your seat” experience.
Despite the carnage, the protagonist’s motivation is clear and compelling: honoring his family’s destroyed home and seeking justice for their deaths. That mix of mythic “one-man army” energy and authentic emotional grounding resonates with many viewers.
The lead and antagonist are praised for carrying much of the film through physicality rather than dialogue. The performances lean into presence, weight, and tension — something audiences find effective and memorable.
For fans of violent, “gonzo” action cinema, the movie delivers unapologetically. It doesn’t aim for subtlety — it embraces chaos, dark humor, absurd violence, and its action-driven roots.
If you want a movie that doesn’t hold back, Sisu: Road to Revenge is a relentless, high-adrenaline experience — pure, unfiltered action designed to make your jaw drop.
Every scene tries to outdo the previous one. Explosions, chases, close-quarters brutality — it’s engineered for action fans who want their thrills loud, stylized, and unforgettable.
If you thought the first Sisu was wild, this one pushes things even further.
The protagonist isn’t just fighting — he’s surviving, rebuilding, and unleashing righteous fury on anyone who stands in his way. There’s real heart beneath the carnage, making every victory feel earned.
It’s an ideal blend:
Think John Wick meets Mad Max, with a Finnish twist — brutal, stylish, and wildly fun.
With a 100% critic score and a glowing 90% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s being hailed as one of the most crowd-pleasing revenge thrillers of the year.