Kingsman: The Golden Circle - 10 Early Reactions You Need To Hear

10. Style Over Substance? Not Necessarily...

"Unlike some other directors of big franchise extravaganzas, Vaughn actually seems to prefer character, dialogue and humor to chases and explosion, and he makes mostly very good use of his almost invariably well-chosen actors by identifying their appeal and drawing out their humor." - The Hollywood Reporter

The original Kingsman was a stylish offering, but beneath its dapper exterior and brash action sequences was a layer of substance anchored by compelling characters, sharp wit and the central student-mentor relationship.

Many of The Golden Circle's complementary reviews suggest the sequel takes the same approach, setting itself apart from other genre fare with a focus on characterisation, dialogue and a strong team dynamic.

It's these qualities, along with the movie's firm grasp of edgy humour, which added substance to the zany action set pieces and car chases, and it sounds like Kingsman's follow-up also has this formula down to a tee.