Insidious: Chapter 2

Insidious: Chapter 2 (2013)

9/12/2013
106 minutes
7

The haunted Lambert family seeks to uncover the mysterious childhood secret that has left them dangerously connected to the spirit world.

Revenue: $161,921,515

Details

Budget

$5,000,000

Rating

7/10 (4278 votes)

Status

Released

Production Companies

Blumhouse Productions, Stage 6 Films, Entertainment One, Oren Peli Productions

About Insidious: Chapter 2

Insidious: Chapter 2 continues the story of the Lambert family as they grapple with their supernatural connections. The film delves deeper into the mythology established in the first installment, exploring not only demonic possession but also the concept of an "Other Dimension" and its influence on the living. The narrative blends horror elements with a psychological thriller approach, focusing on the family's attempt to uncover a hidden past that links them to the spirit world.

The movie utilizes classic horror tropes such as a haunted house and evil spirits, while also expanding on the idea of mediums and otherworldly entities. It maintains a suspenseful atmosphere throughout its runtime of 106 minutes, aiming to deliver an intense and sinister experience. The sequel builds on its predecessor, adding layers to the family's ongoing struggle against malevolent forces that seek to control them.

Critically, the film received mixed reactions. While audience scores like a 7 out of 10 average on TMDb and a 6.6 on IMDb suggest a generally acceptable viewing experience for many, critical aggregators like Rotten Tomatoes (38%) and Metacritic (40/100) indicate a less favorable reception from professional reviewers. Despite this, the film engaged a significant number of viewers, with over 4,000 votes on TMDb and over 200,000 on IMDb.

Rotten Tomatoes 38%
Metacritic 40/100
IMDb 6.6/10

Why you might be searching for Insidious: Chapter 2

People are searching for "Insidious: Chapter 2" due to its notable horror and supernatural themes, particularly its depiction of a haunted family, demonic possession, and the 'Bride in Black'. The film's continuation of the original story and its exploration of an "Other Dimension" are also distinguishing elements. Specific intriguing searches like "a boy that sees ghosts and the boy goes into a haunted house" and a "movie where a woman was at a mental hospital and left it to move in with her sister until a ghost like creature starts haunting them" show what kind of memory people are trying to match.

What reviewers are saying

Gimly 5/10

One reviewer found the movie to be a decent and interesting sequel, though they felt it did not quite measure up to the original film.

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