It's more violent than the 1st one, but nevertheless still a good film. The 1st one had perhaps a more captivating story to tell than this one for the big screen. This one has deeply engaging theological themes that are subtle and less transferable to the big screen. Yet and still, good movie.
Great story line, great special effects, interestingly chosen villains (Taliban? Al Qaeda?). They arouse contemporary fear and indignation. Is this good? Bad? it's not neutral! In spite of that, I was drawn into the storyline and action, and was left wanting a sequal. Very good movie.