The first film of this new horror franchise was a complete surprise, a
spooky twist on the haunted house (or possession) story that really packs a
scary punch. If the first film was inspired but films like
Poltergeist, here it seems James Wan and Leigh Whannell were inspired by The
Shinning. Patrick Wilson and Rose Byrne return but it’s
Patrick who must deal with his past (demon) while Rose investigates more into
the history of Parker Crane. I found this to be a very clever
sequel. It’s not as scary perhaps but that’s more to do with
the problem that we, the audience, understand how the spirit world works this
time around and so the mystery aspect of the story is taken
away. Yet it’s a very satisfying continuation. Grade: B+
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