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It Chapter Two
2019 169 min United States of America R 18+
★6.5
Horror, Thriller, Drama
Director: Andy Muschietti
🎭 Based on
«It»
byStephen King
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Description
27 years after overcoming the malevolent supernatural entity Pennywise, the former members of the Losers' Club, who have grown up and moved away from Derry, are brought back together by a devastating phone call.
Budget:
$79M
US Gross:
$211.62M
Worldwide:
$473.12M
Starring
Jessica Chastain
Actor
James McAvoy
Actor
Bill Hader
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Awards
Saturn Awards 2021
— Best Supporting Actor
Saturn Awards 2021
— Best Makeup and Hairstyling
Saturn Awards 2021
— Best Horror Film
Saturn Awards 2021
— Best Visual Effects
Key opinion
It Chapter Two is a polarizing sequel that struggles to replicate the tight focus and atmospheric horror of its predecessor. While the cast is widely praised for their performances, the film's excessive runtime and uneven narrative structure lead to a disjointed experience that divides audiences on its effectiveness.
| Acting | Bill Hader’s performance as the adult Richie Tozier is a standout highlight that anchors the ensemble cast. | |
| Runtime | The film’s nearly three-hour duration is a point of contention: some find the expansive scope necessary for the story, while others feel it leads to sluggish, over-trailed pacing. | |
| Emotion | The horror elements are frequently criticized for relying on predictable jump scares and comedic choices, causing Pennywise to feel less terrifying than in the first installment. | |
| Screenplay | Critics are split on the screenplay: some appreciate the ambitious attempt to explore childhood trauma and adult relationships, while others find the narrative structure disjointed and repetitive. | |
| Direction | Andrés Muschietti’s direction is recognized for its bold, large-scale visual ambition, even as it struggles to maintain the tonal consistency of the first film. |