Wishmaster 2: Evil Never Dies

After his demonic essence is freed from an amulet, the Djinn (a wish-granting demon) is reborn and begins to corrupt the wishes of unsuspecting individuals. This time, he sets his sights on a young art student named Sarah, who inadvertently becomes his target and must find a way to defeat him before he can unleash ultimate evil upon the world.

Wishmaster 2: Evil Never Dies was met with a largely negative reception from critics and audiences alike. It is generally considered a lesser sequel, failing to capture the original's appeal and suffering from a lack of originality, weaker special effects, and a less engaging plot.

• Despite a more active role for the Djinn, the film lacks the scares and creativity of its predecessor.

• The plot becomes convoluted, and the supporting characters are underdeveloped.

• Special effects are a step down, contributing to a less impactful horror experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews are generally unfavorable, with many finding the film to be a disappointing sequel that fails to deliver on the horror elements and storytelling of the first Wishmaster.

Darren Lynn Bousman, who would later direct entries in the Saw franchise, made his directorial debut with this film.