Shaved Sinners II
Shaved Sinners II

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Shaved Sinners II

1988
Movie
Adult · 18+
82 min
English

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users65%
Director: Arthur PenGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Years after a brutal cult massacre, a group of investigators revisits the abandoned compound to uncover the truth. As they delve deeper, they uncover dark secrets and awaken an ancient evil that begins to pick them off one by one. The line between reality and hallucination blurs as the survivors fight for their sanity and survival against a relentless, unseen force.

Critical Reception

Shaved Sinners II received a mixed reception from critics, with praise for its atmospheric tension and gore, but criticism for its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its shock value and others finding it derivative of earlier horror films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gruesome special effects and unsettling atmosphere.

  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and inconsistent pacing.

  • Some reviewers found the film's attempt at psychological horror to be effective, while others felt it was muddled.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Shaved Sinners II' to be a decent horror film with some genuinely scary moments and impressive gore effects. However, many felt the plot was confusing and the characters lacked depth, leading to a less impactful experience than it could have been.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Special Effects at the Fangoria Chainsaw Awards (1989).

Fun Fact

The distinctive sound of the 'Sinners' chant was created by layering reversed recordings of Gregorian chants with distorted human screams.

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