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Scary Movie 2
2001 82 min United States of America R 18+
★4.9
Comedy
Director: Keenen Ivory Wayans
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Description
While the original parodied slasher flicks like Scream, Keenen Ivory Wayans's sequel to Scary Movie takes comedic aim at haunted house movies. A group of students visit a mansion called "Hell House," and murderous high jinks ensue.
Budget:
$45M
US Gross:
$71.31M
Worldwide:
$141.22M
Starring
Anna Faris
Actor
Marlon Wayans
Actor
Antony Acker
Actor
Awards
3 wins & 5 nominations total
Key opinion
Scary Movie 2 is a highly divisive entry in the parody franchise, with opinions starkly split between those who view it as a crude, disjointed failure and those who cherish its brazen, absurdist humor. While most agree it lacks the narrative coherence of its predecessor, fans argue that its commitment to gross-out gags and high-energy performances keeps it iconic, whereas critics find it vulgar and structurally inept.
| Screenplay | The film functions as a disjointed collection of sketches rather than a cohesive narrative, with critics noting that the plot often collapses under the weight of forced gags. | |
| Cinematography | The technical production, particularly the cinematography and lighting, succeeds in creating an effective horror atmosphere that elevates the setting. | |
| Acting | The performances are polarising; some viewers praise the cast's commitment to the absurd, while others find the acting flat and disconnected from the material. | |
| Humor | Opinions on the humor vary widely: admirers champion its unapologetically bold and grotesque delivery, while detractors dismiss it as relyng on cheap, low-brow, and repetitive shock tactics. | |
| Originality | The movie's status compared to the original is a point of deep contention, with some seeing it as a worthy, even superior, sequel and others viewing it as a clear decline in quality. |