[Rec] 2

Name: [Rec] 2
Genre: Thriller, Horror
Released: July 9, 2010
Duration: 85 min
Rating: 52
Cast: Jonathan Mellor, Manuela Velasco, Óscar Zafra

2010

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Magnet Releasing | Release Date: July 9, 2010 | R

Starring: Jonathan Mellor, Manuela Velasco, Óscar Zafra

Summary: The highly anticipated sequel to one of the scariest films of all time, [REC] 2 picks up 15 minutes from where we left off, taking us back into the quarantined apartment building where a terrifying virus has run rampant, turning the occupants into mindlessly violent, raging beasts. A heavily armed SWAT team and a mysterious governmentThe highly anticipated sequel to one of the scariest films of all time, [REC] 2 picks up 15 minutes from where we left off, taking us back into the quarantined apartment building where a terrifying virus has run rampant, turning the occupants into mindlessly violent, raging beasts. A heavily armed SWAT team and a mysterious government official are sent in to assess and attempt to neutralize the situation. What they find inside lies beyond the scope of medical science—a demonic nightmare of biblical proportions more terrifying than they could have possibly imagined. Above all it must be contained, before it escapes to wreak havoc on the unsuspecting world outside. (Magnolia Pictures)… Expand

Director: Jaume Balagueró and Paco Plaza

Genre(s): Thriller, Horror

Rating: R

Runtime: 85 min

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Michael Ordona

That rare zombie movie with actual scares. Read full review

Andrew O'Hehir

[Rec] 2 is a pell-mell, edge-of-your-seat, theme-park ride through hell, and I strongly advise you to ignore the aspersions cast upon it by snooty critics and random Internet fanboys alike. I am your friend, horror fans! I know what you need, and this is it. Read full review

Jeannette Catsoulis

Enjoy it; according to the spectacularly nauseating final moments, a cure for this virus seems unlikely, but “[REC] 3” (a k a “[REC] Apocalypse”) is a virtual certainty. Read full review

Movieline Michelle Orange

Relies almost entirely on its tunnel-vision, single-player style for its scares. It’s a strategy that stalls out halfway through, which means it works for twice as long as it should. Read full review

Amy Biancolli

A passable follow-up - more ludicrous, less taut, still creepy - that picks up exactly where the original left off. Read full review

Boyd Van Hoeij

A sequel to the Spanish cult hit that offers an explanation for something that was far more effective when left largely unexplained. Read full review

Elizabeth Weitzman

This Spanish sequel to a 2007 cult hit uses the way-overdone conceit of videotaped terror. Read full review

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Panchogul

May 23, 2020

El nivel de producción y montaje es superior y de mejor calidad, hay más acción y tensión, tiene mejor ritmo, sin embargo, la historia se siente un poco forzada, pero el hecho de estar mejor realizada a nivel técnico es más que suficiente para estar a la altura de su predecesora.

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Paultergeist

Feb 20, 2013

I don't exactly know what it is with Spain and horror but I do know that somehow they're just simply amazing in setting up a great atmosphere and are actually able to scare you so now and then. I loved the first [Rec], I really did. But there were just two things about it which irritated meI don't exactly know what it is with Spain and horror but I do know that somehow they're just simply amazing in setting up a great atmosphere and are actually able to scare you so now and then. I loved the first [Rec], I really did. But there were just two things about it which irritated me a little. The main character, reporter Angela Vidal and the pace, which was quite slow for a short movie. Still I think it is one of the best zombie movies ever made. [Rec]2, by the way, I find ever better. You'll be on the edge of your seat the whole movie. Besides some religious babbling so now and than the movie keeps going in a great tempo. Great scares. Amazing make-up. Solid and realistic acting and even a small twist. This movie takes just a little longer than 80 minutes but it's packed with everything you want from a, to me classic, zombie movie. It's not entirely necessary to check out part one first, but I DO recommend it. Just watch 'em both in one view (forget about part 3[genesis] tough) Spain is a Roman Catholic country so there will be some religious issues involved. I'm not a religious person but it didn't really bother me in this movie so it's not a reason to wine about that because it simply won't harm the movie. [REC]2 is one of my favorite horror movies of all time. If you like horror movies then this is a gem. If you like zombie movies in particular this movie is diamond.… Expand

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IAmPhongNguyen

Oct 17, 2011

[REC] 2 is so much better than riding a roller-coaster ride. It's really scary, terrifying, and shocking that has a twist after another. You won't believe what happens throughout the film; it's just too damn entertaining. Is it better than the first? No. Prepare yourself for numerous jumps[REC] 2 is so much better than riding a roller-coaster ride. It's really scary, terrifying, and shocking that has a twist after another. You won't believe what happens throughout the film; it's just too damn entertaining. Is it better than the first? No. Prepare yourself for numerous jumps and loud noises!… Expand

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qbase

May 15, 2019

Το [Rec]2 παρά τις αδυναμίες του είναι πολύ καλύτερο από τα αμέτρητα θριλεράκια που βλέπουμε κατά καιρούς από την άλλη άκρη του Ατλαντικού αλλά ταυτόχρονα είναι και αρκετά κατώτερο των προσδοκιών μας λόγω του εξαιρετικού πρώτου μέρους.Το [Rec]2 παρά τις αδυναμίες του είναι πολύ καλύτερο από τα αμέτρητα θριλεράκια που βλέπουμε κατά καιρούς από την άλλη άκρη του Ατλαντικού αλλά ταυτόχρονα είναι και αρκετά κατώτερο των προσδοκιών μας λόγω του εξαιρετικού πρώτου μέρους.

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Jacobparker

May 19, 2013

Rec was a really shocking and creepy movie.
Rec 2 is not so good then the first one but it has its moments, its scary moments.
It looks all so real.
But I prefer the first one.

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AutiTakahashi

Apr 7, 2013

The foremost flaw of “[REC] 2” is its futile attempt to include a baffling, supernatural plot within its generic, but nonetheless scary, concept. To begin with, the first “[REC]” wasn't even the kind of film that opens itself to the possibility of a sensible sequel, but here it is anyway,The foremost flaw of “[REC] 2” is its futile attempt to include a baffling, supernatural plot within its generic, but nonetheless scary, concept. To begin with, the first “[REC]” wasn't even the kind of film that opens itself to the possibility of a sensible sequel, but here it is anyway, along with the promise of a third and fourth installment.

“[REC] 2” is an immediate continuation of the original’s conclusion. The fast-acting, death-inducing virus is still contained inside the quarantined apartment, surrounded by snipers and covered with some sort of special, government plastic. If there are any human survivors trapped inside, the authorities are determined to keep them in that state. We revisit the apartment when we follow a group of SWAT officers, who are commanded by a Health Official.

They charge into the zombie-infested building with thick armor and heavy weaponry, but their reasons for entering it in the first place are rather unclear. Surely, this isn't a rescue mission, for in the first film, anyone who tried to leave the building was rewarded with a bullet to the face. Once inside, we are informed that their objective is to come up with an antidote against a disease no one outside the apartment has contracted. Yes, a more reasonable option would be to burn down the building until it resembles dust, but no, because that idea wouldn't be enough for three more “[REC]” movies.

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CPD98

Sep 27, 2014

Innecesaria secuela. Parece una recopilación de escenas eliminadas de la primera película. La trama ya no es interesante y el factor sorpresa, pues eso, ya no sorprende. La primera es mucho mejor, incluso con la tercera al menos te ríes mas. Aunque los fans de los zombis pueden quedarInnecesaria secuela. Parece una recopilación de escenas eliminadas de la primera película. La trama ya no es interesante y el factor sorpresa, pues eso, ya no sorprende. La primera es mucho mejor, incluso con la tercera al menos te ríes mas. Aunque los fans de los zombis pueden quedar satisfechos...… Expand

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