The Rise and Fall of a White Collar Hooligan 2: England Away

The Rise and Fall of a White Collar Hooligan 2: England Away is a 2013 British crime thriller directed by Paul Tanter. The movie stars Nick Nevern as Mike Jacobs, a former football hooligan turned stockbroker who finds himself back in the world of violence when his past catches up with him.

The plot of the movie picks up from where the first film in the series ended. Mike Jacobs is now living in Spain under a new identity, having left behind his life of crime and hooliganism in England. However, when his old boss from his association with football firms, Eddie Hill (Simon Phillips), shows up on his doorstep with a job offer that he cannot refuse, Mike is forced to return to England.

Mike soon finds himself back in the world of violence as he becomes involved in a plan to rob a Russian mobster who is also a football fan. With the help of his old friend, Eddie, Mike must infiltrate the Russian's gang and plan the perfect heist. However, as the plan unravels, Mike soon finds himself in over his head as the stakes get higher and the danger more intense.

As the movie progresses, Mike must navigate through a maze of double-crossing associates and a ruthless enemy to complete the mission and come out alive. Along the way, Mike meets a new love interest, Katya (Rita Ramnani), who proves to be a valuable ally and provides a welcome distraction from the danger all around him.

The movie is fast-paced, action-packed, and full of suspense, with several intense fight scenes and thrilling car chases. The film portrays the dangers and allure of a life of crime and the consequences of falling back into the same patterns. It also explores the themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the importance of true friendship.

The cast delivers strong performances, with Nick Nevern in particular shining in his role as Mike Jacobs. Simon Phillips is equally impressive as Eddie Hill, portraying the character's charisma and ruthlessness with ease. Rita Ramnani also puts in a solid performance as Katya, with her chemistry with Nevern providing some of the movie's most entertaining moments.

The film's soundtrack also deserves a mention, with its use of popular British indie rock songs adding a sense of authenticity to the movie's setting and themes.

Overall, The Rise and Fall of a White Collar Hooligan 2: England Away is a high-octane crime thriller that delivers on its promises of suspense and action. The movie is a worthy follow-up to the original film, and fans of the first movie will not be disappointed. The film is a must-watch for lovers of crime thrillers, action movies, and English football culture.