Black Magic 2
A doctor suspects black magic on his hospital after experiencing some bizarre incidents and sends for two doctors (who are a couple) from Hong Kong. The wife is very skeptical and places volunteer for a spell. It became obvious that here is an evil wizard who stay young by including drinking human breast milk. A Shaw Brothers production.
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Plot Summary
A young man is cursed by a vengeful sorceress and begins a descent into madness and violence, only to discover a mystical artifact that might save him. He must confront the sorceress and her dark magic to break the curse. This supernatural martial arts film is filled with bizarre imagery and intense action sequences.
Critical Reception
Black Magic 2 is generally considered a cult classic within the Shaw Brothers horror and martial arts genres. While its plot can be convoluted and its effects dated by modern standards, it is often praised for its sheer audacity, creative set pieces, and blend of supernatural horror with kung fu action. It holds a particular fascination for fans of exploitation cinema and unique Asian horror.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its wild, imaginative concepts and supernatural themes.
- Acknowledged for its blend of graphic horror and martial arts action.
- Criticized for a sometimes nonsensical plot and dated special effects.
Google audience: Audience reception is niche, with many appreciating its unique blend of horror and kung fu from the Shaw Brothers era, finding it to be memorably weird and entertaining despite its flaws.
Fun Fact
The film is a sequel to 'Black Magic' (1975) and continued the Shaw Brothers' exploration of supernatural horror intertwined with martial arts, a combination that proved popular with certain audiences.
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