V/H/S/2
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 14 Ratings

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 20
  3. Negative: 6 out of 20
  1. The A.V. Club
    Reviewed by: A.A. Dowd
    Jul 10, 2013
    83
    In nearly every respect, V/H/S/2 improves on its predecessor. Free of poky mumble-horror filler, it offers four fruitful variations on the original’s best chapter.
  2. Variety
    Reviewed by: Dennis Harvey
    May 17, 2013
    80
    This one is shorter and has fewer segments, but also earns a much higher batting average. In fact, there’s nary a dud among the four main tales (not including the titled bookends), which each whip elements of terror, macabre humor and the fantastical into a giddy frenzy.
  3. The Playlist
    Reviewed by: Drew Taylor
    May 17, 2013
    75
    V/H/S/2 is a whole lot of fun.
  4. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Justin Lowe
    May 17, 2013
    50
    The scares are as hit-or-miss as the filmmaking in the second installment of the “VHS” found-footage horror anthology series.
  5. The Dissolve
    Reviewed by: Nathan Rabin
    Jul 11, 2013
    40
    V/H/S/2 is content to recycle the conventions and stylistic restrictions of the original while pursuing the default vision of just about every horror sequel: more of the same, with less inspiration, a bigger budget, and more gore.
  6. RogerEbert.com
    Reviewed by: Steve Boone
    Jul 12, 2013
    38
    Like so many horror films in recent years, V/H/S/2 appears more lightweight the more it tries to impress with its inventiveness and grotesquerie.
  7. New York Observer
    Reviewed by: Rex Reed
    Jul 9, 2013
    0
    V/H/S/2 is a diabolically psychotic, sub-mental and completely unwatchable disaster that I happily deserted when a man with a retinal implant scooped out his bionic eye with a sharp object, splattering blood all over the camera. Your move, and you’re welcome to it.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. survivorfan989
    Jul 18, 2013
    9
    It's very similar to the first film but that's certainly not a bad thing as I still thoroughly enjoyed it! A nice blend of short-stories tied in with one major piece that made for a rather intense 90 minutes! Some 'films' are better than others, with A Ride in the Park being my favourite as it featured zombies, but all four were quite decent with the main fifth tale tying in with the others well. Overall an effective Horror film and as long as you dont mind shaky cam you'll enjoy it too!… Expand
  2. BrandonBonasera
    Jul 18, 2013
    9
    V/H/S/2 is an improvement over its predecessor; that it is technically advanced, much more creativity and clever and quite unpredictable. The film is definitely flawed due to a lame wraparound segment, some weak moments and a lack of chills and creepiness. But the film makes up for its flaws by making V/H/S/2 a suspenseful, exciting and a bloody good time.… Expand
  3. roguenealer
    Sep 27, 2013
    8
    The movie is a series of short stories that follows a central story if that makes any sense. And each of these short stories its its own horror film that are completely random but has a user watching them. Im getting bored of movies latley to be honest and watching tv series and anime instead but I found this to be very entertaining and different then the usual so a 8 for me is very well derserved for this… Expand
  4. ClayMerritt
    Jul 25, 2013
    8
    V/H/S was a great, innovative movie for the horror genre. Took the found footage concept and added another dimension to it. This one was a step-up, and didn't know that was possible because 1 was so good. This could easily turn into a franchise i.e. Paranormal Activity. Low budget, high reward. However, my only complaint is that if they make a 3rd to this, they need to get it everywhere in theaters. This limited release stuff doesn't do this film justice. Everyone needs to see it. Anyway, this film was amazing. I loved it. It was incredibly creepy & fun to watch. This is one of those films you'll either like, or won't. Mostly due to how graphic it is. But maybe that's why its on a limited circuit. However, its a fun movie for the mature viewer and I hope they release a 3rd. Make it a franchise. Its fun. Favorite segment has to be either Safe Haven or Slumber Party. Highly recommend.… Expand
  5. BrianMcCritic
    Jul 12, 2013
    5
    I wasn't a big fan of the original because I thought a lot of the short stories were below average and for the most part the same applies for this one. I did like this one slightly more. C+… Expand
  6. Shaneryankelly
    Aug 6, 2013
    5
    it’s a soul crushing experience that proves once and for all that money truly has the ability to corrupt, make people lazy, and destroy the ththings that made the world a good place to begin with.

    I’m being a little hyperbolic there. But when only one out of four of the shorts bothers to try something different I cannot responsibly vouch for the total package.

    Read my full review here: http://filmtastic.tv/2013/07/11/review-vhs2/    … Expand
  7. MovieGoer14
    Jul 12, 2013
    4
    This movie is original and follows the footsteps of its predecessor in almost every aspect, it is horrifying and clever, with new ideas and amazing costume design. On the other hand, it has boring build ups and stupid characters you don't care about, unlike V/H/S it is not always intense, but sometimes boring and dreadful to watch, it has some cliches, more of it is not the type of horror movie everyone might enjoy, it is not everyone's cup of tea.… Expand

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