The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2
After the birth of Renesmee/Nessie, the Cullens gather other vampire clans in order to protect the child from a false allegation that puts the family in front of the Volturi.
Hakihiko reviewedMarch 10, 2025
A Decent Finale
After the slow build-up of "Part 1", "Breaking Dawn – Part 2" finally brings some much-needed energy to the franchise. While it still suffers from the series’ signature flaws—awkward dialogue, uneven pacing, and underdeveloped characters—it delivers enough spectacle and closure to make it a barely sufficient conclusion, especially after enduring the previous movies.
Kristen Stewart’s Bella, now transformed, finally gains some presence, making her character slightly more engaging than before. Robert Pattinson’s Edward remains brooding but at least gets some decent moments. Taylor Lautner’s Jacob continues to be one of the more charismatic characters, though the handling of his storyline remains questionable. The supporting cast, including the expanded vampire coven, adds some intrigue, but most of them don’t get enough screen time to leave a lasting impact.
Visually, "Part 2" is stronger than its predecessors, with improved cinematography and some well-executed action sequences. The much-discussed final battle is surprisingly intense and cleverly handled, adding a sense of excitement that was often missing in previous films. However, the CGI remains inconsistent, with some moments looking noticeably unpolished.
While "Breaking Dawn – Part 2" isn’t a great film, it at least gives the franchise a proper send-off. It’s still flawed, but compared to what came before, it deserves at least a 6/10.