"Hostel 2" feels like Eli Roth was only interested in the project for the money, as it lacks the hyperactive enthusiasm which accompanies even his worst films. So he played it safe, creating a harmless torture porn flick...and yes, I know how odd that sounds...But it has an effortless pace, a consistent tone and characters who aren't as likely to piss you off. It might not be as memorable as its predecessor, but it's also less likely to get on your nerves.