This was so, so much better than Part One. There's one exposition scene that doesn't fit, but it's over almost as soon as it starts. The film is consistent throughout, isn't afraid to be brutal, and finally delivers on the tone the trailers promised for this trilogy.
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I agree, this one is a lot better than Part One.
katefrichardson9 July 2021
Part One had such a bizarre tone for me when I watched it... I didn't know who to root for. I kept wondering why all of the characters were so emotional, angry, and annoying... and yes, the constant 90's nostalgia music being shoved down our throats I thought was too overwhelming. Trust me, I noticed it too lol.
This one however, I thought kept it pretty lean... by continuing on Part One in the beginning with the C. Berman character starting her part of the story... enough to keep you intrigued for what's to come.
And it doesn't disappoint.
Sadie Sink did a fabulous job, and the rest of the cast did as well. Not a lot of whiny dialogue, and you got to know each of the characters in a more relaxed way instead of everyone simply yelling at each other all the time like in Part One.
I was glad to see that the story in Part Two had mostly to do with what happened to C. Berman, and included none of the characters from the first film (minus in the bits in the beginning and bits in the end, respectfully.)
And it's set at a camp right?!? Especially back in 1978... I mean, c'mon man! That camp full of all of those kids back in those days in 1978 would be ripe for the pick in' for a serial killer. And this film doesn't cut back on the slasher flick-type gore either. You'll be satisfied, I assure you.
Again, unlike Part One I really didn't find myself rolling my eyes once. Great addition to the story!
Overall, looking forward to Part Three after this!!
This one however, I thought kept it pretty lean... by continuing on Part One in the beginning with the C. Berman character starting her part of the story... enough to keep you intrigued for what's to come.
And it doesn't disappoint.
Sadie Sink did a fabulous job, and the rest of the cast did as well. Not a lot of whiny dialogue, and you got to know each of the characters in a more relaxed way instead of everyone simply yelling at each other all the time like in Part One.
I was glad to see that the story in Part Two had mostly to do with what happened to C. Berman, and included none of the characters from the first film (minus in the bits in the beginning and bits in the end, respectfully.)
And it's set at a camp right?!? Especially back in 1978... I mean, c'mon man! That camp full of all of those kids back in those days in 1978 would be ripe for the pick in' for a serial killer. And this film doesn't cut back on the slasher flick-type gore either. You'll be satisfied, I assure you.
Again, unlike Part One I really didn't find myself rolling my eyes once. Great addition to the story!
Overall, looking forward to Part Three after this!!
Better than part one
danielcereto15 July 2021
This second movie is far better than it's precursor. Just introducing a few changes and focusing on being a slasher, gets a decent product. Inferior to Friday the 13th but still watchable. At least, this movie is what people expected from part one. Obviously, It's not original, it's not the best slasher, but it has what fans want: blood, fun and nostalgia.
On the other hand, worst part is when the kid and the girl from part one show up. Total anti climax.
Anyway, I really recommend watching this one, far from perfect but better than part one.
On the other hand, worst part is when the kid and the girl from part one show up. Total anti climax.
Anyway, I really recommend watching this one, far from perfect but better than part one.
A worthy follow up.
Sleepin_Dragon18 July 2021
I've come to this directly after watching the first, I liked the first, I thought this was the better film.
Being a prequel and a continuation, we are able put the pieces together, and there's is a lot of content to digest, plus a few surprises in store.
It perhaps lacks some of the scares and thrills of the first film, this has a less obvious horror, the scares here are somehow more subtle. I thought the set of monsters/killers looked great here.
Terrific music again, the costumes and sets look terrific, I preferred the 1970's setting, and I think they really did capture the time.
A more accomplished film, 7/10.
Being a prequel and a continuation, we are able put the pieces together, and there's is a lot of content to digest, plus a few surprises in store.
It perhaps lacks some of the scares and thrills of the first film, this has a less obvious horror, the scares here are somehow more subtle. I thought the set of monsters/killers looked great here.
Terrific music again, the costumes and sets look terrific, I preferred the 1970's setting, and I think they really did capture the time.
A more accomplished film, 7/10.
Much better than its predecessor.
Fella_shibby10 July 2021
This one has a good setting which kinda transports us viewers to the late 70s n early 80s slashers a la the camp ones.
This time they showed some brutal slashing via an axe but i am happy that at the same time they restrained the violence towards kids.
The only crib is that there is no nudity n the makers tried their level best to hide nudity which kinda looked too forceful.
Can someone tell me why there wasnt lottuva poop inside the tunnel underneath the outhouse.
Hope they show some good atmosphere n terror in the final chapter.
This time they showed some brutal slashing via an axe but i am happy that at the same time they restrained the violence towards kids.
The only crib is that there is no nudity n the makers tried their level best to hide nudity which kinda looked too forceful.
Can someone tell me why there wasnt lottuva poop inside the tunnel underneath the outhouse.
Hope they show some good atmosphere n terror in the final chapter.
Much better than part 1
hoodho19 July 2021
Entertaining
laurenjfree9 July 2021
The 70s camp theme didn't quite deliver as much as I was hoping, however it's a lot of fun to watch the story come together. Much like its predecessor, this movie struggles to feel like the decade it's based in. Which is a real shame because I could see these becoming cult classics if they pulled off the retro look. I preferred 1994, but Sadie Sink was a joy to watch on screen, she really carried the movie. I'll definitely be watching 1666, but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't nervous, olden days horror movies scare the crap out of me!
Part 2 better than the first
cullengirl4569 July 2021
I'm glad I decided to give part 2 a try. I didn't like part 1 very well, but 2 definitely made up for it. I love the whole summer camp person gone crazy story, even if it has been used five million times. This was pretty good.
Fun Little Watch
coeluracat9 July 2021
Having seen Fear Street Part 1 I did wonder if this one would basically be much of the same, but with a 70's music score. I was pleasantly surprised to find this one was better than Part 1.
There is only so much that you can do in a slasher movie, that hasn't already been done. Normally there is minimal story line, lots of screaming and bloodshed and possibly a single survivor at the end - no spoilers there. This 2nd instalment is set in a 'Summer Camp', so quite reminiscent of Friday the 13th, only this time the addition of the kids makes for more blood spillage.
The thread of story line woven through the trilogy keeps you hooked, as you learn a little more each time. It's also interesting in the way that the story is in reverse, instead of starting at the beginning.
The acting was really quite good, given the ages of those starring. Far better than some I have seen lately where teens have been played by twenty/thirty somethings who are so wooden and stilted they are painful to watch.
My one big gripe is that I know filming at night is supposed to make it more frightening and to build up tension but that fails completely when the audience can't see a thing or barely glimpses what is happening.
If you are into the old 'slasher' type movies you will probably find it entertaining, for younger viewers, expecting the big production CGI horror, it will no doubt be underwhelming.
There is only so much that you can do in a slasher movie, that hasn't already been done. Normally there is minimal story line, lots of screaming and bloodshed and possibly a single survivor at the end - no spoilers there. This 2nd instalment is set in a 'Summer Camp', so quite reminiscent of Friday the 13th, only this time the addition of the kids makes for more blood spillage.
The thread of story line woven through the trilogy keeps you hooked, as you learn a little more each time. It's also interesting in the way that the story is in reverse, instead of starting at the beginning.
The acting was really quite good, given the ages of those starring. Far better than some I have seen lately where teens have been played by twenty/thirty somethings who are so wooden and stilted they are painful to watch.
My one big gripe is that I know filming at night is supposed to make it more frightening and to build up tension but that fails completely when the audience can't see a thing or barely glimpses what is happening.
If you are into the old 'slasher' type movies you will probably find it entertaining, for younger viewers, expecting the big production CGI horror, it will no doubt be underwhelming.
horrible movie
giowatt10 December 2021
So much better
cv540419 July 2021
This one was it. Music was great. This looked more 70s than the other did 90s. Sure hairstyles weren't the same and clothes were a little bland but nothing besides the bombardment of music showed us the last was 94. Acting was way better in this one as well. Can we just talk about that closing scene with Cindy and Ziggy like damn did that hit hard that's when I knew the movie did it's job of making likable characters. Since it won't have nostalgia tropes to rely on I'm looking forward to 1666 as more of a story based suspense than the horror slasher we had in the first two films. Let's see how this started and end(?) this thing.
Better than Part 1
angdebruin9 July 2021
If you're looking for a watchable slasher movie, this just might make the cut. The vibe and feel for the late 70's was still a bit off, but not as much as Part 1. It was the little details that were missing, for example, where was the iconic BIG hair from the 70's? As for the music, it was a nice touch and used better throughout the movie. Acting was pretty decent, especially that of Ziggy, the main characte. As for the story itself, it felt more straightforward and to the point than Part 1. All in all it was an improvement on the previous movie.
Better than Part 1
akshatmahajan11 July 2021
After watching Part 1 which was disappointing for me, I decided not to watch remaining parts. But then I thought why watch incomplete story and opted to watch Part 2. Part 2 was better than Part 1.
Like Part 1, this part also had a lot of potential but Netflix missed the opportunity. The storyline was alright and the execution was better than Part 1.
The cast did okay as a whole, however the lead characters are unlikable. Movie didn't have proper horror elements. It was just like a simple slasher movie. Emotional elements were missing, you may not even feel bad for any character when they die or are in difficult situation. One thing that was improved that this movie gives you vibes of 70-80s unlike Part 1, which is set in 90s but it doesn't give you 90s vibes.
Overall, movie could have been much better if there would have been little bit better execution but it was an improvement over Part 1.
Like Part 1, this part also had a lot of potential but Netflix missed the opportunity. The storyline was alright and the execution was better than Part 1.
The cast did okay as a whole, however the lead characters are unlikable. Movie didn't have proper horror elements. It was just like a simple slasher movie. Emotional elements were missing, you may not even feel bad for any character when they die or are in difficult situation. One thing that was improved that this movie gives you vibes of 70-80s unlike Part 1, which is set in 90s but it doesn't give you 90s vibes.
Overall, movie could have been much better if there would have been little bit better execution but it was an improvement over Part 1.
Much better than Part 1!!
gyounce20 July 2021
I cannot tell you how much better 1978 is than 1994. I actually cred about the characters, since they actually had character development. The story itself was way better. It felt like an actual plot and not a quick concept. Things that happened actually made sense and deaths seemed more realistic and freightening. I actually enjoyed watching the story unfold and for once, cared to remember what was said about Sarah and the curse.
The bad side is that the movie is a bit more older teeanager/young adult oriented. More violence, more gore, more scenes and nudity comes along (albeit briefly). Even with the added "mature" content, this was a way better watch. To be honest, if it had not been for the turn around in this movie, I wouldn't have watched part 3.
If part 1 off put you, give part 2 a try, its actually an enjoyable movie on it's own.
The bad side is that the movie is a bit more older teeanager/young adult oriented. More violence, more gore, more scenes and nudity comes along (albeit briefly). Even with the added "mature" content, this was a way better watch. To be honest, if it had not been for the turn around in this movie, I wouldn't have watched part 3.
If part 1 off put you, give part 2 a try, its actually an enjoyable movie on it's own.
Better than the previous movie
talazcoil9 July 2021
Way better than part 1
ashbin-7824210 July 2021
Finally got to see something that I expected after watching the trailer. The first part was terrible,but this one is way better than the first part. Good acting performances and better script made the movie engaging.
Waiting for the last part.
Waiting for the last part.
I really enjoyed it!
devonleighjohnson9 July 2021
Definitely better than the first one.
hakikigulyabani10 July 2021
As soon as saw the trailers i was so happy about the fact that we are getting three slasher films. First one was okay, didn't feel like a slasher to me but this one was pretty decent. I really liked the gore and the acting. Even tho it was a bit slow at first, got better in last 30 mins. It wasn't sadly 70's at all tho. It was like modern kids trying to act like they're living in 70's.
Long story short, don't expect too much but it's good, fun and gory. It's like a Saturday night popcorn movie.
Long story short, don't expect too much but it's good, fun and gory. It's like a Saturday night popcorn movie.
"Daddy Issues", the trilogy.
I_eat_short_people2 August 2021
Okay movie
ewannaf11 July 2021
Looking forward to part 3
joleen-248409 July 2021
A slight improvement
yoshinaruto13 July 2021
The first entry of the Fear Street trilogy was a mixed bag for me, and for the most part the sequel at least makes for a more consistent watch. This one doesn't have as many standout scenes like the first one (mall and supermarket scenes), but it's better in other areas.
The jarring tonal shifts between light/humorous and horror from the first film are mostly fixed here. Once the kills start up they don't really take the time to make out of place jokes. Everything flows a lot better here.
The constantly shifting music is also a bit better here. The still play numerous songs from the time period, but there's some room for each one to breathe instead of playing another one every five seconds like the first.
I'd say I liked the characters here a bit more as well. Perhaps the supporting cast is weaker, but I liked the sisters more than Deena and Sam. The pacing is improved, and the kills are more frequent (although nothing truly stands out unlike the bread slicer from Part 1).
It's not one of my favorite slashers of the last decade, but it's solid. If you thought the first one was at least decent, this may be worth your time.
The jarring tonal shifts between light/humorous and horror from the first film are mostly fixed here. Once the kills start up they don't really take the time to make out of place jokes. Everything flows a lot better here.
The constantly shifting music is also a bit better here. The still play numerous songs from the time period, but there's some room for each one to breathe instead of playing another one every five seconds like the first.
I'd say I liked the characters here a bit more as well. Perhaps the supporting cast is weaker, but I liked the sisters more than Deena and Sam. The pacing is improved, and the kills are more frequent (although nothing truly stands out unlike the bread slicer from Part 1).
It's not one of my favorite slashers of the last decade, but it's solid. If you thought the first one was at least decent, this may be worth your time.
Just as bad as the first part
mtalrn10 July 2021
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