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To fund his operations, Durant murders a scientist named Dr. Brinkman to seize his laboratory. When Westlake discovers the body, he realizes his old enemy has returned and vows revenge. Along the way, he befriends an investigative reporter named Jill Randall, who eventually discovers his true identity before being killed by one of Durant's car bombs. Key Cast and Crew
: The creator of the original film returned as a producer. Production Facts Darkman 2: The Return of Durant
: A television reporter who investigates Durant. To fund his operations, Durant murders a scientist named Dr
Released in 1995, is the direct-to-video sequel to Sam Raimi's 1990 cult classic Darkman . Directed by Bradford May, the film continues the story of Peyton Westlake, though Liam Neeson is replaced in the title role by Arnold Vosloo. Plot Summary Along the way, he befriends an investigative reporter
The story follows Peyton Westlake, who continues his work on synthetic skin while acting as a vigilante. His nemesis, Robert G. Durant, awakens from a coma after the events of the first film and resumes his criminal empire. Durant's new plan involves building and selling high-tech particle-beam weaponry on the black market.
: It was the first direct-to-video live-action film produced under the Universal Pictures banner.
: The film had an estimated budget of approximately $4 million .