The problem with Hostel Part II isn’t its sadism. (Actually, there’s only one graphic torture scene, unless you count an abortive attempt that sends a would-be sadist blubbering from the room.) And the problem isn’t its sexism. (The female stereotypes are deliberately stoopid and thus represent an effort at cleverness rather than outright misogyny.) No, the problem with this horror sequel is its laziness.

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