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It's complicated... I really like the directing, acting and writing but, there are issues with the way it's shot that I just can't deny. As much as I love the storytelling and the fantastic performance but, there are also certain scenes that didn't need to exist.

it is finally so absorbing because it plays like a lyrical road odyssey that’s also a detective story.

I wanted to like it more than I actually did... But much of the humor totally escaped me and I walked out only mildly impressed.

This sequel takes up one week after its predecessor "Left Behind" ended with the anti-Christ, "Nicholae Carpathia" (Gordon Currie) moving fast to consolidate his power. Realizing from Biblical prophecy what must happen, a small group of Christians band together to spread the gospel with what little time they have remaining. On that same note, Nicholae Carpathia also has only a limited time as well and he wants to prevent everything that doesn't further his agenda from taking root. Anyway, rather than reveal the details and possibly ruin the movie for those who haven't seen it I will just say that this film is even better than the original in that it has more drama and suspense. I do think, however, that a person should see the first movie before watching this one so that they will be able to fully understand what is going on. Likewise, as I have said before, it isn't necessary to believe or agree with all of the issues raised by films like these. All that is necessary to enjoy it is to have a capacity to respect the beliefs of others even if their beliefs are different than yours. In any case, I think this movie is definitely above average and I have rated it accordingly.

This story follows the rapturous "Left Behind" (2001). "A week after millions of people vanish into thin air, a desperate world turns to United Nations President Nicolae Carpathia (Gordon Currie). Basking in the new found adoration and trust of the people, Carpathia seems to have the entire planet at his command. But thousands of miles away, a small group, aware of Carpathia's true and sinister identity, is trying desperately to share their knowledge with anyone who will listen," according to the DVD sleeve description."Calling themselves the 'Tribulation Force', world-renowned television journalist Buck Williams (Kirk Cameron), Pastor Bruce Barnes (Clarence Gilyard), airline pilot Rayford Steele (Brad Johnson) and his 20-year-old daughter, Chloe (Janaya Stephens), embark on a dangerous mission to open the eyes of the world to the truth." Readers, this will be my last user review… may God strike me down if these "Left Behind" movies aren't pure trash… Really... This entry serves only to pooh-pooh its own Christian revelations.* Tribulation Force (10/29/02) Bill Corcoran ~ Kirk Cameron, Brad Johnson, Janaya Stephens, Gordon Currie

Aside from movies based upon the life of Jesus Christ, there hasn't been one good Christian film. Until now.Left Behind II is based on the events right after Left Behind, throwing us deeper into the slowly changing ruled by mastermind Nicolae Carpathia, who is quick to gain power.The performances are better in the film; its nothing special, sadly, but is not so cheesy. It has its clichés, but in the end, you've forgotten them. My favorite was Gordon Currie, who has so perfectly become the Antichrist in the book series that it'd be difficult to see another in the role (aside from maybe Cillian Murphy).But when it comes to sticking to the book, the movie does sidetrack a bit. The love story is shortened significantly and the entire ending of the book is left out, but it sticks much closer to the book than the first.Some of the newer scenes were awesome, my personal favorite being Carpathia shaking the hand of Rayford Steele. The scene is so creepy and thrilling, I'm glad they decided to add it in. The showdown is also nice, although I didn't like the whole angel subplot during it.Overall, I am glad to say the movie is good. Certainly not great but it so much better than its predecessor or successor, and should've been released on the silver screen. 6.9/10.

It wasn't as good as many anticipated it to be, but I actually enjoyed watching the film. Recommended film. Kirk Cameron and Clarence Gilyard Jr. both do a good job in this film. If you have seen the first film, then I don't know how much you expect. But if I were to rate the movie as the sequel to the first one, I felt that it was a fairly well scripted movie. The production was not the best out there, but like I said, when compared to the first movie, I felt that it did a good job finishing the series. If you haven't seen the first movie then I suggest you do before you take a look at this film. This is one of those sequels, where if you don't watch the first one, then you will have no idea as to what is going on. Once again, a recommended film, but I wasn;t expected much going into the movie.