Sicario: Day of the Soldado (2018) is a gripping and violent sequel to the critically acclaimed Sicario (2015). Directed by Stefano Sollima, the film follows the continuation of the brutal war on drugs at the U.S.-Mexico border. This time, the story shifts focus to the escalating cartel violence and the involvement of shadowy government forces.
The film centers on two key characters: the cold, calculating hitman Alejandro (Benicio del Toro) and the morally conflicted CIA operative Matt Graver (Josh Brolin). They are tasked with inciting a war between rival drug cartels to destabilize the region, but things take a dark turn when they kidnap the daughter of a cartel boss, putting their mission and lives at risk.
Sicario: Day of the Soldado delves deep into themes of morality, corruption, and the harsh realities of the drug war. The intense action sequences, coupled with strong performances, particularly from Del Toro and Brolin, make the film a compelling watch. While it lacks the same level of emotional depth as its predecessor, it is still a tense and violent ride, exploring the costs of taking justice into one’s own hands.
The film leaves viewers questioning the true cost of this war and the personal toll it takes on those involved.
