As a horror enthusiast with over two decades of chilling experiences under my belt, I can confidently say that Smile 2 is shaping up to be a terrifying triumph. Fresh off the success of Terrifier 3, the horror genre continues its streak with this highly anticipated sequel. With an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score and glowing reviews from fellow aficionados, it’s safe to say that this film has me grinning from ear to ear.
Following the acclaimed and profitable run of “Terrifier 3”, horror enthusiasts are set for another treat this weekend with the arrival of “Smile 2”. The initial movie, which debuted in 2022, was an unexpected box office sensation that also garnered praise from critics. Remarkably, its sequel is currently surpassing the critical acclaim of its predecessor.
Currently, the movie “Smile 2” boasts an impressive Rotten Tomatoes score of 86% based on 36 reviews, which is certainly worthy of a smile. To put this in perspective, the original “Smile” was certified fresh at 80%, with 197 reviews in total. Although the final score for “Smile 2” could still fluctuate, it’s often a good sign when a movie begins with high praise. With plenty of positive buzz on social media even before the official review embargo was lifted this morning, there’s a strong possibility that the sequel might garner even more critical acclaim than its predecessor.
The reviews generally agree that the second film surpasses the original, with Eric Goldman from YouTube remarking, “It’s superior to the first one, achieving what a good sequel should by building upon the strengths of the initial movie. It’s more dreamlike and psychedelic, and Naomi Scott delivers an exceptional performance.
Smile Became the Surprise Horror Hit of 2022
2022’s “Smile,” penned and directed by Parker Finn, unexpectedly emerged as a successful horror movie. Originally planned for streaming on Paramount+, the release strategy changed following positive early screenings. Despite being scheduled for September, a month often considered a dumping ground, it can be fruitful for horror films if they prove to be high-quality productions. The film “Smile” is based on Finn’s short movie “Laura Hasn’t Slept.
The film “Smile” turned out to be successful and even became a popular word-of-mouth sensation. Following its opening with $22.6 million, it went on to earn a domestic total of $105.9 million in the US, along with an additional $111.5 million from international markets. This brought its global total to $217.4 million, all on a budget of just $17 million. Much of this success can be attributed to a clever viral marketing strategy, making a “Smile” sequel highly likely for 2022.
In the initial movie, a psychotherapist, Sosie Bacon, encounters a tragic event – the suicide of one of her patients. This incident triggers a series of strange occurrences that make her think she’s being pursued by some otherworldly presence. The second film amplifies the tension by centering around Skye Riley, a pop star (Scott), who encounters similar unsettling incidents after witnessing the demise of an old schoolmate before embarking on a global tour. Skye is also grappling with a shadowy past that seems to be resurfacing to trouble her further. The cast includes Rosemarie DeWitt, Lukas Gage, Miles Guiterez-Riley, Peter Jacobson, Dylan Gelua, Ray Nicholson, and Kyle Gallner, who reprises his role from the previous film.
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2024-10-16 21:31