The Conjuring 2

The Conjuring 2 (2016)

6/8/2016
134 minutes
7

Lorraine and Ed Warren travel to north London to help a single mother raising four children alone in a house plagued by malicious spirits.

Revenue: $322,811,702

Details

Budget

$40,000,000

Rating

7/10 (8517 votes)

Status

Released

Production Companies

New Line Cinema, The Safran Company, Atomic Monster, RatPac Entertainment

About The Conjuring 2

Set in the 1970s, "The Conjuring 2" continues the supernatural investigations of Ed and Lorraine Warren, this time transporting them to North London. The film centers on a single mother and her four children who experience paranormal activity in their home, a scenario that draws the Warrens into a new case of demonic possession. It delves into themes common to the horror genre, such as skepticism versus belief and the strength of family bonds when faced with an unseen threat.

The sequel maintains the horror elements and atmospheric tension established in its predecessor, focusing on the insidious nature of the haunting. It explores the psychological toll on the family and the investigators as they confront a malevolent spirit. The narrative structure incorporates elements of a haunted house story combined with the specific challenges of a demonic entity.

Rotten Tomatoes 80%
Metacritic 65/100
IMDb 7.3/10

Why you might be searching for The Conjuring 2

People are searching for "The Conjuring 2" due to its notable horror sequences, particularly the memorable ghost and demon encounters. Specific searches indicate interest in scenes involving a music box, a menacing grandmother figure, and a squeaking pram, as well as the overarching plot of a family battling a haunting with the assistance of paranormal investigators.

What reviewers are saying

Reno 8/10

One reviewer found the sequel entertaining, despite not being a big fan of the first film, and noted its inspiration from 80s horror, particularly "Poltergeist," while acknowledging that viewers should set aside logic for enjoyment.

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Gimly 6/10

A reviewer expressed a preference for "The Conjuring 2" over the original, suggesting it is worth watching.

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Sheldon Nylander 6/10

One critic found the film to be competently made and more cohesive than its predecessor, with the background antagonist playing a more integrated role, but cautioned against taking its "true story" basis too seriously due to skepticism about the Warrens.

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JPV852 8/10

This sequel was described by one reviewer as a solid continuation, with effective scares and a strong emotional core centered on the relationship between Ed and Lorraine, benefiting from James Wan's direction.

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