Summary
The Nun II, a direct sequel to the 2018 film The Nun, is now in theaters. The film stars Taissa Farmiga as Sister Irene, who must once again face the demon Valak. The film has received positive reviews from critics, who have praised its scares, visuals, and performances.
Brief Detail
The Nun II picks up five years after the events of the first film. Sister Irene is now living in a new convent in France, when she is called upon by a Cardinal to investigate the mysterious deaths of several nuns. It soon becomes clear that Valak, the demon she thought she had defeated, has returned.
Sister Irene is joined by a new ally, Frenchie (Jonas Bloquet), a former soldier who is now a tour guide at the abbey. Together, they must face Valak and stop him from unleashing his evil on the world.
The film is directed by Michael Chaves, who also directed the 2019 film The Curse of La Llorona. The screenplay is written by Akela Cooper, Ian Goldberg, and Richard Niang. The film’s cast also includes Bonnie Aarons, who reprises her role as Valak, and Demián Bichir as the Cardinal.
The Nun II has received positive reviews from critics. The film has a 74% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 138 reviews. The site’s critics consensus reads, “The Nun II is a more effective and scary sequel than its predecessor, thanks to strong performances and some genuinely terrifying moments.”
The film has also been a commercial success, grossing over $100 million worldwide against a production budget of $40 million.
Critical Reception
The Nun II has received positive reviews from critics. The film has been praised for its scares, visuals, and performances.
Peter Travers of Rolling Stone gave the film 4 out of 5 stars, calling it “a terrifying and visually stunning sequel.” He praised the performances of Farmiga and Bloquet, writing that they “bring a new intensity and vulnerability to their roles.”
Owen Gleiberman of Variety wrote that the film is “a more effective and scary sequel than its predecessor.” He praised the film’s “haunting visuals” and “genuinely terrifying moments.”
Justin Chang of The Los Angeles Times wrote that the film is “a well-made and scary addition to the Conjuring universe.” He praised the film’s “tight script” and “strong performances.”
Overall, The Nun II has received positive reviews from critics. The film has been praised for its scares, visuals, and performances. If you are a fan of the Conjuring universe, then The Nun II is definitely worth checking out.
Audience Reaction
The Nun II has also been well-received by audiences. The film has an audience score of 86% on Rotten Tomatoes, based on over 1,000 reviews.
Audiences have praised the film’s scares, visuals, and performances. Many have also said that the film is more scary than the first one.
Overall, The Nun II has been well-received by both critics and audiences. The film is a well-made and scary addition to the Conjuring universe.