“Hard Target 2” is a high-octane 2016 action thriller directed by Roel Reiné. This direct-to-video sequel to the 1993 classic “Hard Target,” originally directed by John Woo, features an all-star cast including Scott Adkins, Rhona Mitra, Robert Knepper, and Ann Truong.

The film centers on Wes Baylor (Scott Adkins), a former MMA champion burdened by the accidental death of his best friend and rival during a fight. Overwhelmed by guilt and sorrow, Wes abandons his professional career and drifts through Asia, engaging in underground battles as he seeks redemption and purpose.

Wes is contacted by a wealthy businessman named Aldrich (Robert Knepper), who entices him with a substantial sum of money for a final fight in Myanmar. Driven by financial need and a desire for redemption, Wes agrees, only to find himself ensnared in a perilous trap. Upon arriving, he learns that the fight is a mere facade for a lethal game of human hunting, where he is the quarry in a high-stakes pursuit orchestrated for the entertainment of affluent clients, including Sofia (Rhona Mitra) and her associates.

Armed with only basic survival gear and his fighting skills, Wes must navigate the treacherous jungle terrain while being pursued by a group of heavily armed hunters. As he fights for his life, Wes uses his combat expertise and resourcefulness to turn the tables on his pursuers, engaging in intense and brutal confrontations.

“Hard Target 2” features high-octane action sequences, martial arts combat, and adrenaline-pumping chases. Scott Adkins, known for his martial arts prowess and roles in action films, delivers a physically demanding performance as Wes Baylor. The film’s action choreography and fight scenes are a highlight, showcasing Adkins’ skills and the film’s commitment to thrilling, visceral combat.