Halloween II
Universal Pictures | Release Date: October 30, 1981
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manningn15Oct 21, 2018
This one was not as good as the first one but it was still entertaining. The suspense was still thrilling and scary. The writing and story was not that great unlike the first one. Jamie Lee Curtis's performance was stupendous just like in theThis one was not as good as the first one but it was still entertaining. The suspense was still thrilling and scary. The writing and story was not that great unlike the first one. Jamie Lee Curtis's performance was stupendous just like in the first one. I also loved the musical score and soundtrack they were amazing just like in the first one.… Expand
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SFNJan 8, 2011
ok for one people need to start commenting on the right movie, this is the original halloween 2, the sequel to john carpenter's not that crappy rob zombie bulls**t, second of all this movie is good, alot more killing, alot more story and alotok for one people need to start commenting on the right movie, this is the original halloween 2, the sequel to john carpenter's not that crappy rob zombie bulls**t, second of all this movie is good, alot more killing, alot more story and alot more of everything, this movie is a must have and will be one of the best horror movies of all time… Expand
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LattelyNov 30, 2020
Not bad sequel at all. In this film was more kills and of course explosions.
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JPKJul 4, 2019
It’s Still Scary
It’s not a classic like it’s predecessor, But this sequel still has satisfying scares and kills.
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DirigiblePulpJan 14, 2019
Holds up fairly well. I'm surprised at how silent this film is. Long stretches of it are borderline boring, with little music and so much "suspense" that it dissipates into nothing, in a lull of disappointment, before screaming back again.Holds up fairly well. I'm surprised at how silent this film is. Long stretches of it are borderline boring, with little music and so much "suspense" that it dissipates into nothing, in a lull of disappointment, before screaming back again. This movie looks and sounds great, the ending isn't superb but it works. Mr. Sandman is a near brilliant song choice. I love Loomis. "I shot him 6 times!"… Expand
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7
marcmyworksNov 14, 2016
Halloween takes place literally seconds after the first installment ends, and though all seems good for Laurie Strode, the villainous Michael Myers is not dead. This sequel is a splatter version of the original, with less scares but with moreHalloween takes place literally seconds after the first installment ends, and though all seems good for Laurie Strode, the villainous Michael Myers is not dead. This sequel is a splatter version of the original, with less scares but with more impressive effects.… Expand
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7
GamecubeLoverAug 20, 2016
Not as good as the original but still a scary movie but with corny acting and soon the series will be milked even more and more. The first 2 movies are the good ones.
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8
imthenoobOct 31, 2012
1 - People are idiots. This is John Carpenter's version, not Rob Zombie's, I plan on contacting Metacritic and asking them remove the reviews that are based on Zombie's film and not Carpenter's. As for my take on the film - It was suprisingly1 - People are idiots. This is John Carpenter's version, not Rob Zombie's, I plan on contacting Metacritic and asking them remove the reviews that are based on Zombie's film and not Carpenter's. As for my take on the film - It was suprisingly a rather good horror movie that actually lives up to the first film in everyway.… Expand
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Kyle39Sep 9, 2012
Scary sequel picks up right where the original left off. Not enough character development in this film, and it's riddled with plot holes. Also, Jamie Lee Curtis is too old here to be playing a 17 year old high school girl (and that awfulScary sequel picks up right where the original left off. Not enough character development in this film, and it's riddled with plot holes. Also, Jamie Lee Curtis is too old here to be playing a 17 year old high school girl (and that awful wig!). Not as atmospheric as the original, but has some great scare scenes and a suspenseful chase scene. Could have done without the gore.… Expand
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8
KelvinSelimorOct 31, 2020
Halloween II. He goes for new victims. A worthy sequel to the first film. Although now there is no that pumping tone that was in the first film, the second part turned out no worse than the first.
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Rcavey92212Jun 27, 2020
I definitely one of those who prefer the 1981 version to the 2018. Although I think that's a better film this one is way more fun, sleazy and entertaining. Picking up right after the events of the first film Laurie is rushed to the hospitalI definitely one of those who prefer the 1981 version to the 2018. Although I think that's a better film this one is way more fun, sleazy and entertaining. Picking up right after the events of the first film Laurie is rushed to the hospital where Michael follows and continues his killing spree. It also revealed that Laurie is his sister. The film has a great dread induced atmosphere and some great shocks. But there is an air of ridiculousness about it. Some of the kills feel very silly like the iv death. That being said the cinematography is great and its very fun.

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spacebear1Dec 21, 2017
Rick Rosenthal's Halloween II is a great film but not the best sequel. The first film did a fantastic job with incorporating minimal violence but this one focuses a lot more on gore. And some of the people in the film are just waiting to beRick Rosenthal's Halloween II is a great film but not the best sequel. The first film did a fantastic job with incorporating minimal violence but this one focuses a lot more on gore. And some of the people in the film are just waiting to be killed. But Michael Myers and Dr. Loomis are still fantastic characters and the music is still flawless.… Expand
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humunguschungusApr 30, 2019
An underrated sequel that makes an amicable attempt to recapture the same magic that made the original so famous, and although it may have ultimately failed, it is still an entertaining slasher flick.
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JLauSep 27, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Laurie's in hospital on the same night as the last one, she's Michael's sister now but he finds her and chases her around the hospital, killing nurses, doctors and cleaning staff where needed.… Expand
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DannyV.Aug 4, 2007
Halloween II is an excellent horror film that stands aside from the original Halloween. However, Halloween II really never received the credit it was due. This is partly because most horror movies attract a young immature audience, and Halloween II is an excellent horror film that stands aside from the original Halloween. However, Halloween II really never received the credit it was due. This is partly because most horror movies attract a young immature audience, and secondly related to the fact that John Carpenter did not direct and reincarnate Halloween. Aside from this, what Halloween II does show us is strong -continuity- from the original with a deeper storyline. This is one of the few sequels overall that nicely stands out on its own.… Expand
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Computey18Dec 25, 2022
This is how a Horror Movie Sequel Should be, how they continue the story in a way that's not confusing.
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Jtoh4028Dec 12, 2019
Halloween 2 is honestly one of the better films in the series. It may not justify its existence as much as the original but it still holds up. Its soundtrack was fantastic, the kills were great, and its nice the fact that this film explainsHalloween 2 is honestly one of the better films in the series. It may not justify its existence as much as the original but it still holds up. Its soundtrack was fantastic, the kills were great, and its nice the fact that this film explains why Michael wants to kill Laurie.… Expand
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TheDude-Jan 28, 2016
While i do think that this film should have taken more of the same pacing and direction from the previous film, Halloween II still remains a rather good slasher film even if it is taking a more Friday The 13th approach as the film does stillWhile i do think that this film should have taken more of the same pacing and direction from the previous film, Halloween II still remains a rather good slasher film even if it is taking a more Friday The 13th approach as the film does still have its rather intense sequences and creepy musical score. now some people don't really like how Michael became much more savage and rage filled when he murdered somebody in this film but i personally thought it was a good progression for his character he was tired of running around and chasing after Laurie so in turn his lust for her blood increased which made him extremely intimidating.7/10… Expand
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7
SebatuanOct 28, 2018
I like this movie if you watch it after Halloween. I honestly loved this this. Also this is not the Rob Zombie movie!
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7
TryASummersaultNov 1, 2017
While it doesn't live up to the original classic, it serves as a great follow up and ties in flawlessly. The atmosphere is still there along with the amazing soundtrack and the conclusion was very well done. The first hour does move extremelyWhile it doesn't live up to the original classic, it serves as a great follow up and ties in flawlessly. The atmosphere is still there along with the amazing soundtrack and the conclusion was very well done. The first hour does move extremely slow but picks up with intensity in the last half hour. Donald Pleasance as Dr. Loomis was once again the standout performance. Definitely a must watch in the franchise.… Expand
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MrTacoBobJul 13, 2017
Why do people hate this movie? I thought it was one of the best sequels. The story is good and its still as scary as the last one. The only flaw is the setting feels really I don't know bland.
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HectOct 20, 2018
WTF wrong wwith "critics" they love Halloween 2018 (only fan service) but these for me the true best secuel from Halloween.
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9
MovieLonely94Nov 6, 2010
an excellent follow-up to Halloween
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10
TheCriticKidSep 20, 2013
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Well, this film is one of the only sequels to match the frights and scares as the first. One of my personal favorite Halloween films. Even though Jamie Lee Curtis's character doesn't speak throughout most of the film, she delivers her character with depth and range. Truly scary film.… Expand
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GodzillaMutoFanDec 19, 2015
..................................................................................................................................................scary as ****
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Josephgamers65Apr 3, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Halloween II 1981 Is a To me A Really good Sequel To Halloween 1978 I really like this movie We do not even go years into the future which is good because sequels do that and they make no sense but anyway we startup as Laurie goes to the hospital while he kills some people in the neighborhood While Michael gives hints around the town While Laurie is in the hospital healing after when Loomis Figures out he been all over the place He kills so many people in the hospital This movie to me is a really good sequel I really don't have any complates Michael Myers mask is good The ending is pretty good also The Score is Still Really good They changed it up a bit gave it variety And also there Is a lot of gore in this movie that includes needles the first kill in one of those houses and the bathtub scene that is a complaint to people not to me It makes Michael Myers feel scarier and tense So yeah I am gonna Give Halloween II 1981 An A… Expand
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Toxicpizza72Jan 16, 2020
It`s a brilliant sequel (and soo underated),it`s just as good as the first one!
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7
LuciusMcGibbonDec 9, 2012
This sequel was at best the first sign, and at worst the very reason, that the magic of Carpenter's 1978 classic could never be re-captured again. This movie has a few strong points: the hospital makes a creepy (if misused) setting, the storyThis sequel was at best the first sign, and at worst the very reason, that the magic of Carpenter's 1978 classic could never be re-captured again. This movie has a few strong points: the hospital makes a creepy (if misused) setting, the story wisely picks up right where the first movie left off, and frankly, it's just more Michael... However, there are so many areas where HII fails short of the original that the whole project ends up failing. Michael suddenly takes on some very unbecoming traits for the sole purpose of driving the plot; witness the zombie-like pace with which he "chases" Lauri through the hospital basement... he looks like he'd rather stretch the scene than actually catch her. They also did away with many tension-building elements, such as the silent stalking that made the first one so stylishly effective, Finally, this was the movie that introduced the whole brother/sister backstory, and while this was a tastefully moderate piece of plot exposition, it was the beginning of the "let's explain what Michael Myers is thinking" phase that stripped all the mystery from The Shape and ultimately gave us abortions like "The Revenge" and "The Curse." I have a soft spot for this movie if only for the few bits of atmosphere carried over from the first one, but I have to see it for what it is: the first step in turning a great movie into a crappy series.… Expand
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AxebrossiaOct 20, 2018
Halloween 2018 best secuel? really? Halloween 2 is the true and best secuel.
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ShafeApr 8, 2016
Incredible atmosphere that really sets a good mood for a fantastic horror flick,good acting,great soundtrack,suspense in the chase scenes is also very well directed,props to Universal for making a good movie :)
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RyanLopezDec 3, 2010
Halloween II is a lot better than the lame original, more blood, more gore, it is so much better! TWO THUMBS UP! Rick Rosenthal really had the right idea making this movie with more blood
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robertoiglesiasOct 21, 2018
First, the critics are stupid as hell.
Second, THIS IS THE 1981 FILM NOT THE 2009 ROB ZOMBIE FILM! To all you people who think this is Halloween II (2009), you're wrong and you need to search that movie on this website again.
Third, I reallyFirst, the critics are stupid as hell.
Second, THIS IS THE 1981 FILM NOT THE 2009 ROB ZOMBIE FILM! To all you people who think this is Halloween II (2009), you're wrong and you need to search that movie on this website again.
Third, I really liked this movie. It's a direct sequel to the original, the acting is pretty good as well as the opening. Even though the sequels don't have good explanations to how Michael Myers would have survived, I don't blame that problem on this film. I know this movie has more gore, which could turn some people off, but I still enjoy this film.… Expand
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HellHoleHorrorJan 14, 2023
This directly follows on from the previous film and cannot really be faulted as it is more of exactly the same. It is almost like the first film never ended. It is slightly more graphically violent and that is an improvement. Also the tone isThis directly follows on from the previous film and cannot really be faulted as it is more of exactly the same. It is almost like the first film never ended. It is slightly more graphically violent and that is an improvement. Also the tone is slightly more serious, again an improvement. I did enjoy this sequel. There was a slight sense of a bigger budget for this film but that didn’t spoil it at all. The film has more pace and the characters are just as good. If you have seen Halloween (1978) then you might as well watch this one, especially if you enjoyed the first one. You will enjoy this too. It’s not as original but everything that made the first film successful is here too and this time ramped up to be slightly more entertaining in my opinion.… Expand
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TreyW.Oct 17, 2009
Not as good as the original Halloween movie but it is still great in its own right. I like both of these Halloween movies and the way Zombie did them. For people who are going to see it for the story. Your review should not even be counted Not as good as the original Halloween movie but it is still great in its own right. I like both of these Halloween movies and the way Zombie did them. For people who are going to see it for the story. Your review should not even be counted because you do not rate a Slasher based on its story.. there really is none or its usually very simple. You have to rate it completely different from other movies. Anyways like I said it was a good movie.… Expand
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ScottNJun 7, 2009
The critics are dead wrong on this one to have given it 32/100.. While this film doesn't match the original (nothing can), it is still an effective sequel worthy of watching multiple times. With a strong start detailing the aftermath The critics are dead wrong on this one to have given it 32/100.. While this film doesn't match the original (nothing can), it is still an effective sequel worthy of watching multiple times. With a strong start detailing the aftermath and police investigation/manhunt for the at-large Michael Myers, the movie loses some steam in the middle part when people start to disappear and others find themselves searching the hospital for each other, and the body count starts to mount in methodical fashion. A very strong ending saves this flick from a little lower rating IMO. Recommended.… Expand
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JeffreyG.Aug 28, 2009
I enjoyed this film more than the first, the first half of the first was brilliant, but the second half was rushed and took away from the film. This one maintains the story well throughout and makes for a great watch.
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StevenRAug 28, 2009
To say the least: EXPERIMENTAL... I enjoyed the rawness of the look and feel of this HALLOWEEN film... The kills were brutal and the visual presence of all out raw brutality was as real as it gets if the kills were to really happen in To say the least: EXPERIMENTAL... I enjoyed the rawness of the look and feel of this HALLOWEEN film... The kills were brutal and the visual presence of all out raw brutality was as real as it gets if the kills were to really happen in life... Stabbing someone in the face 20 times your face will look like raw mangled flesh meat... Now take a close up picture of that and you have 2 hrs of the new HALLOWEEN 2... Needed more music from the original picture.… Expand
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DanteL.Aug 28, 2009
Some of the atmospheric visuals in this movie are amazing. Random shots of the moon shining behind tangled tree branches are gorgeous even when the rest of the film is shot in a style intended to make it look grainy and muddy. Old-school Some of the atmospheric visuals in this movie are amazing. Random shots of the moon shining behind tangled tree branches are gorgeous even when the rest of the film is shot in a style intended to make it look grainy and muddy. Old-school fans should know that Michael is completely reinvented in this one: Eating dogs, stabbing each person wayyy more times than are necessary, and grunting his way through each killing. But if you accept the fact that it's meant to be A)different than the originals, and B)different than the 2007 remake, then you won't really be too shocked when you realize half the film is dream sequences. One more thing: If you're confused after it's over, research "Folie a Deux." No, not the Fall Out Boy album. That oughta clear some things up.… Expand
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RickAug 28, 2009
The only reason I am giving this movie a 9 instead of a 10 is because I'm looking at it through the Halloween fan's eyes, not a Rob Zombie fan's. There is a LOT of visual effects that might not appeal to the typical horror The only reason I am giving this movie a 9 instead of a 10 is because I'm looking at it through the Halloween fan's eyes, not a Rob Zombie fan's. There is a LOT of visual effects that might not appeal to the typical horror movie fan, but Zombie lovers will appreciate it.… Expand
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BMoneyAug 31, 2009
Great movie. not a better story than the first but def. worth it. critics suck.
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SimGAug 31, 2009
I can't say I hated this movie, nor liked it. The psycho elements around Myers and his family was interesting approach, but the extremes in personality changes reached by the characters of Lorie and Loomis took me away from the story. I can't say I hated this movie, nor liked it. The psycho elements around Myers and his family was interesting approach, but the extremes in personality changes reached by the characters of Lorie and Loomis took me away from the story. That and the fact that Myers grunts when he kills people. Maybe it's just me, but I always saw Myers as a ghost and hearing him felt like braking the character. Honestly, I didn't care seeing Jason running in the remake, but I mind hearing a voice on Myers. Overall, the movie isn't bad, I just think it's a shame that Zombie didn't manage to bring his version to the Halloween story where it should've go. Feels like he ran out of gaz.… Expand
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CodyO.Sep 4, 2009
It's a Rob Zombie movie, it's supposed to be a little weird.
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JustinLSep 9, 2009
Halloween is incredible period.the music and everything.i hate when people say aww that movie was the worst remake ever,ITS NOT SUPPOSED TO BE THE SAME.its a different perspective and i think people dont like the movie because it was gross Halloween is incredible period.the music and everything.i hate when people say aww that movie was the worst remake ever,ITS NOT SUPPOSED TO BE THE SAME.its a different perspective and i think people dont like the movie because it was gross in someparts...yeah it was, but rob zombie is that person.whether you people like it or not,this movie rocked becasuse he did a good job interpreting what he believed to be, "Halloween 2."… Expand
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JakeB.Jan 14, 2010
This was a great sequel to a classic movie. Very tense and highly entertaining. And Robert P. is a moron- this is the original sequel, not the Rob Zombie one. Get it right, idiot.
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rickymOct 17, 2009
Halloween 2 is great! a instant classic better than the remake.
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AlvaroO.Oct 3, 2009
If you do not like this movie it is because you can not understand rob zombie's mind. He really knows what is doing. This movie isfor a real horror movie fan.
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RDemoAug 28, 2009
I liked it. People probably won't. This is not Citizen Kane. It's Halloween.
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JeremyWAug 28, 2009
I am not at all a fan of Zombies directorial take on this iconic charecter and story. However, he sets out to do what all directors fail to do when doing a remake. Remakes are a reimagination of a classic storyline. We as audience members I am not at all a fan of Zombies directorial take on this iconic charecter and story. However, he sets out to do what all directors fail to do when doing a remake. Remakes are a reimagination of a classic storyline. We as audience members hate the idea of remakes because ultimatly it turns to be corny because they bite off of past films using iconic quotes etc. What Zombie does is he changes the format here, he pushes the envelope and creates a whole new list of stakes for all the charecters and his reimagination completly takes over, this agravates a lot of people. Zombie's aartistry in regards to brining gore back to the screen is rather refreshing and orginal... again i do not like his vision of this story and charecters but he pushes buttons and gets people talking and well isnt that what theater and film is all about ... leaving the space talking? Kudos to Zombie for a job well done ... very original and cutting edge!… Expand
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BekkaSAug 31, 2009
This movie was badass, what's wrong with you people. i am a fan of the original "halloween", i will admit the remake of the first "halloween" by rob zombie was COMPLETELY HORRIBLE. it was the worst remake ever, but rob zombie's This movie was badass, what's wrong with you people. i am a fan of the original "halloween", i will admit the remake of the first "halloween" by rob zombie was COMPLETELY HORRIBLE. it was the worst remake ever, but rob zombie's halloween 2 was simply amazing, finally brutal killings, with more gore. i love horror movies, but they never make me jump. hands down this movie made me jump! this movie is the shit! simple as that.… Expand
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JessMAug 30, 2009
Movie was great! Did a great job with Laurie's character! Wasn't so much one of those horror movies that makes you jump but it definitely makes you cringe!
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ChristianS.Aug 8, 2009
Usually, sequels aren't very good, but Halloween II is one of those good sequels. even if the film cannot surpass the original, it is one of the best of the Halloween franchise.
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andrewt.Sep 2, 2009
This movie was pretty good. It had its flaws but then again you are watching a halloween movie not saving private ryan so obviously it will have its flaws. The story was a bit strange and hard to follow at parts but it still was and This movie was pretty good. It had its flaws but then again you are watching a halloween movie not saving private ryan so obviously it will have its flaws. The story was a bit strange and hard to follow at parts but it still was and interesting a fresh approach to this classic franchaise. And Zombie adding this new approach is much better in my opinion then just redoing the original series. And for the whole michael grunting when killing people, well watch the original he grunts he's not completely silent throughout the film and lets be realistic here you think that a person who is 6 foot 9 will be like a ghost when he kills no he will be more brute like in his killings. All in all this movie wasn't as bad as everyone tinks and it is a good way to spend a hour and 45 minutes of your day.… Expand
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samc.Sep 3, 2009
I didn't find this movie to be bad, but I expected a lot more. Actors really bad, but at least the movie manages to deliver what it was meant to deliver: Boobs and gore. I'll give it a 7, because it could have been much better.
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MicahD.Sep 3, 2009
Im glad I ignored the critics reviews and watched H2. It kept my interest enough and I felt more involved than in the first installment. Zombie fans will appreciate this one. Not his best, but def worth checking out.
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BaileyRSep 8, 2009
I don't understand all the hate for this movie. It's a breath of fresh air in what was becoming a stagnant, cheesy series...I'm sure we'd all love to pretend Resurection does not exist.. While it is nowhere near the I don't understand all the hate for this movie. It's a breath of fresh air in what was becoming a stagnant, cheesy series...I'm sure we'd all love to pretend Resurection does not exist.. While it is nowhere near the quality of the 2007 re-make, it is interesting to see Rob Zombie taking the story in a direction of his own, while still paying homage to plot developments of the older movies in the franchise. Sure, the story gets a little messy and hard to follow, but, all things considered, Zombie is still in the fairly early stages of his film career, and were 'warned' prior to the release that this would be like no other Halloween. So, I will agree and rehash what has been said by many: stop comparing to the original, if that's what you want, than just watch it. I think the fact that movie goers are so spit on this one, and the fact that people are having a hard time accepting it in the Halloween franchise should speak clearly to the fact that this is an innovative, welcome approach in today's laughable horror market.… Expand
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HalloweenCostumeKaylaSep 9, 2009
The first of these retellings was excellent. It added new depth to characters that were lacking in portrayal and took new turns into unexplored territories of the franchise. This newest installment did nothing of the sort. I felt the The first of these retellings was excellent. It added new depth to characters that were lacking in portrayal and took new turns into unexplored territories of the franchise. This newest installment did nothing of the sort. I felt the original gave the appearance that the film was set in the 70s and then perhaps the 80s, however in this they have cell phones, make references to Fergie, there are new cars, etc. Also, they give no explanation as to how Michael miraculously survives multiple .357 (a gun designed to destroy tissue and organs) gunshot wounds. Also, it's indicated that Michael was only grazed by the round Laurie fired into his face at point blank range. However, there is quite a lot of arterial spray for a simple graze. Not to mention, even though Michael is supposed to be this behemoth monster, the pain would be so immeasurable that he would not have made it ten feet. Then of course, there was the portrayal of Michael. After his mother died he never speaks in the slightest. He takes several extremely damaging blows and doesn't so much as whimper. I would have no problem with this but for the most part when he kills someone he grunts like a caveman, something he did not do in the first. I understand that I am referencing the first installment of the retelling quite a bit, but I feel that if you're going to make a sequel that follows nearly directly after the first, then you should at least stick to your character designs and plot concepts. Now, for the final nail in this coffin, Sherri Moon Zombie appears quite a bit in the movie as a ghost. I don't really consider this a spoiler, so I didn't mark it as such. The real reason she is in the movie, is because she loves attention and I don't think Rob zombie could deal with the fact of making a movie that didn't involve his wife in some way. Her ghostly appearances would have been freaky and weird, if she wasn't in every other scene, looking ridiculous and rattling off her dialog in the poorest manner. Also, why is the child version of Michael a ghost with his mother? Last I checked he wasn't dead, he just grew up. I would accept that when Michael put on the mask it represented a fracture in his psyche, but the boy version of Michael is wearing a mask as well. So if Zombie was trying to achieve that point, he simply made it redundant. I only give this movie a 2/5 because the gore was quite good. But if you're looking for something more than that, or perhaps you hope that this movie will broaden the characters more-so than the first, I suggest you look elsewhere. Reluctantly 2/5. (Also, fun fact, a third is already slated and is going to be in 3D. The best part: Rob Zombie isn't directing it.) … Expand
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eva3si0nNov 16, 2022
Halloween II is an excellent direct sequel to the first film. This is literally series 2, it cannot be considered separate from 1978's Halloween. And the sequel turned out to be excellent. Perhaps this is due to the fact that Carpenter shotHalloween II is an excellent direct sequel to the first film. This is literally series 2, it cannot be considered separate from 1978's Halloween. And the sequel turned out to be excellent. Perhaps this is due to the fact that Carpenter shot and cut most of the film on his own. Halloween II cannot be called a sequel, it is simply a continuation of the film in which the story of Michael Myers is told to the end. Perfectly conveyed suspense from the original is felt in Halloween II. It feels that the budget of the film has grown, the scenery has become more expensive, as well as costumes. The only thing that is annoying is the literal immortality of Michael Myers. If in the first part it was still possible to explain its survivability, then in the sequel it was literally elevated to absolute.… Expand
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DogeGamer2015Nov 7, 2021
Es una secuela decente, aunque se queda corta si es comparada con su predecesora; la trama es pasable y es lo suficientemente violenta para ser una experiencia muy tensa, es recomendable.
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