⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️4
When I first saw the trailer, I wasn’t particularly interested, although seeing Sarah Michelle Gellar did grab my attention as a big-name addition. After a fair bit of promotion, I decided to stream the first film, which I thought was… okay. Nothing special, but watchable.
So, with a quiet week at the cinema, giving the sequel a shot felt like a decent option. And here’s the surprise, this is one of those rare sequels that’s actually better than the original.
This second outing steps things up. There’s a better story, more energy, and a much better balance between comedy and horror. The added star power from Sarah Michelle Gellar works well, and the film leans into its more chaotic, unpredictable side, which really pays off. There are a few moments that genuinely catch you off guard, something the first film didn’t quite manage.
It’s still very much in that fun horror space rather than outright terrifying, but that’s part of the charm.
The story continues directly after the first film (released in 2019), despite the long gap between releases.
After surviving an all-out attack from the Le Domas family, Grace discovers she’s reached the next level of the nightmarish game, and this time with her estranged sister, Faith, by her side. To survive, Grace must keep Faith alive and claim the High Seat of the Council that controls the world. Four rival families are also hunting her for the throne, and whoever wins will rule it all.
It’s a simple setup, but it works, and more importantly, it keeps things moving at a solid pace.
The ending is where this film really delivers. There are several unexpected twists that land well and avoid feeling forced. More importantly, it actually feels like a proper conclusion. In a world where everything is set up for “the next instalment”, it’s refreshing to get something that wraps things up in a satisfying way.
Could there be more? Of course. But it doesn’t need it.
Film Rating
Music
3 out of 5 (mainly instrumental)
Story/plot
4 out of 5
Acting/Performances
4 out of 5
Overall
4 out of 5
Certification: 15
Running time: 108 minutes
Screening type: 2D
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