(The following text refers to the DVD screener version) 

The Hitcher 2

(Louis Morneau; 2003)

(Universal)

C. Thomas Howell reprises his role of Jim, the only survivor of the original film. All grown up and now a cop, Jim and his girlfriend (played by the lovely Kari Wuhrer) return to the place where the first nightmare tore apart his life, only to find it happen all over again.

As much as I wanted to hate this film, I ended up pleasantly surprised. Sure it’s derivative and the plot is full of holes, but it’s a fun movie. The acting is solid, and there’s an ok amount of gore, but sadly no T&A. Kari Wuhrer in tight jeans and a skimpy little tank top didn’t hurt either. Worth a rental.

Overall Score: 6.5

(Rating scale is out of 10, with 1 being the worst and 10 the best)