"Taken 2" is an action thriller film released in 2012, directed by Olivier Megaton. It is a sequel to the 2008 film "Taken," featuring the character Bryan Mills, played by Liam Neeson. In this installment, Mills and his ex-wife Lenore are kidnapped by the family of a man he killed while rescuing his daughter Kim in the first film. The plot follows Mills as he uses his skills to save himself and Lenore from their captors in Istanbul. The film explores themes of revenge and the lengths a parent will go to protect their loved ones, while also showcasing intense action sequences and suspenseful moments.