House II: The Second Story
New World Pictures | Release Date: August 28, 1987 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
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Generally unfavorable reviews based on 7 Critic Reviews
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3
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4
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Chicago TribuneDave Kehr
For the most part, the humor in House II is mild and conventional, and the suspense sequences never amount to much, thanks largely to the film's failure to play by any identifiable rules. In a film in which reality can be bent and rebent, following the director's whim of the moment, it is nearly impossible to establish any real sense of danger. Menace requires integrity, and "House II" doesn't have it. Read full review
40
Time OutStaff (Not Credited)
This sequel to House offers another blend of humour and horror, but the gags aren't particularly sweet, the chills aren't particularly spicy. On the whole an indigestible affair, which fortunately passes quickly through the system. Read full review
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Los Angeles TimesMichael Wilmington
Sadly in need of renovation. [28 Aug 1987, p.8]
30
The New York TimesJanet Maslin
It means to be funny, with a cast including several talented young comedians (among them Bill Maher, as a record business exectuvie), but it's not. Read full review
30
Washington PostRichard Harrington
Genre aficionados looking for chills and thrills will be disappointed; this one could play uncut on television -- network, not cable. The effects and the jokes are equally few and far between, and for all its amiable intentions, House II deserves few boarders. Read full review
30
VarietyStaff (Not Credited)
Director Ethan Wiley is determined to be cute rather than scary. He intros some cuddly creatures – a baby pterodactyl, plus a critter who’s a cross between a dog and a caterpillar – but they don’t add anything to the pic’s charm. Action scenes aren’t very thrilling or suspenseful. Read full review
25
TV Guide MagazineStaff (Not Credited)
The first film featured George Wendt from TV's "Cheers"; this time around, they tapped the same TV show for John Ratzenberger. Read full review
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