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Damien - Omen II
1978 107 min United States of America R 18+
★6.1
Horror, Thriller
Director: Don Taylor, Mike Hodges
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Description
Since the sudden and suspicious deaths of his parents, young Damien has been in the charge of his wealthy aunt and uncle and enrolled in a military school. Widely feared to be the Antichrist, he relentlessly plots to seize control of his uncle's business empire — and the world.
Budget:
$6.8M
US Gross:
$26.52M
Worldwide:
$26.52M
Starring
William Holden
Actor
Lee Grant
Actor
Jonathan Scott-Taylor
Actor
Awards
Saturn Awards 1979
— Best Visual Effects
Key opinion
Damien: Omen II is generally regarded as a competent and professional sequel that expands the scope of the original with more graphic death sequences and a focus on the protagonist's transition into adolescence. While many viewers appreciate the darker tone and Jerry Goldsmith's returning score, opinions remain divided on whether it successfully captures the same atmospheric tension and narrative impact as the first film.
| Score | Jerry Goldsmith's atmospheric musical score effectively complements the film's tone and maintains a high standard of quality comparable to the original. | |
| Acting | Jonathan Scott-Taylor delivers a strong and memorable performance, convincingly capturing the transformation of Damien from an ordinary teenager into a malevolent force. | |
| Originality | The death sequences are more frequent and graphic than in the predecessor, catering to fans who prefer heightened visceral horror. | |
| Pacing | The narrative structure is subject to debate; some find the focus on Damien's developing awareness of his destiny compelling, while others feel the pacing is either too slow or lacks the narrative depth of the original. | |
| Theme | Critics and viewers are divided on whether the sequel successfully recreates the dread of the first film, with some finding it a worthy continuation and others viewing it as an inferior, less impactful retread. |