Say what you want about Point Break, but its influence is undeniable. The makers of Fast and the Furious loved it so much, that they ripped it off completely, right down to the red herring in the second act. And anyone who’s seen Hot Fuzz probably laughed their butts off when it paid homage to that classic scene where Keanu Reeves shoots his gun into the air after letting Patrick Swayze escape. Although I’m partial to the scene where Red Hot Chili Peppers lead singer, Anthony Kiedis, shoots himself in the foot! Point Break has always been a stupid movie, but it’s a fun stupid movie, and I never get tired of it.

But for whatever reason, a sequel is in the works!! And supposedly, Patrick Swayze’s character from the first film will factor into the new storyline, despite being swallowed by a ginormous wave at the end of the first film. All I can say is. . . .WHY?!? Now remember, I’m of the opinion that no sequel is necessary, and furthermore, I’m of the opinion that there’s a statute of limitations on when you can do a sequel after the original film. Point Break was what, 16 years ago? Sorry, but I think the sequel ship has long since sailed. To say nothing of the Fast and the Furious franchise stealing most of their thunder. As it stands, elements of Point Break 2 will feel like a rehash of Tokyo Drift. And if you’ve seen Tokyo Drift, you know how pathetic that sounds!

There’s really nothing to gain here, is there? It’s like Basic Instinct 2 all over again, a sequel to a film that was a guilty pleasure at best, coming long past the point of anyone caring how it will turn out. But let’s face it, a lot of sequels are coming out long after their previous installments. Stallone came back with Rocky Balboa (which I actually kinda liked), Rambo 4 is on the way, Live Free or Die Hard is right around the corner, and Harrison Ford’s even dusting off his fedora 18 years after The Last Crusade. I tell ya, stock in Geritol is gonna skyrocket!