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Cold Prey II
After surviving the events in the Jotunheimen mountains in which four of her friends were murdered, the badly injured Jannicke is brought to the local hospital. But when she wakes up, the building is dark and deserted... and she soon realizes that her nightmare isn’t over yet.
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Plot Summary
Picking up where the first film left off, "Cold Prey II" follows a sole survivor of a mountain massacre who is brought to a hospital. However, the deadly skier who was presumed dead also awakens and begins a brutal rampage in the hospital, picking off the staff and patients one by one. The survivors must find a way to escape the isolated facility and stop the relentless killer before they all become victims.
Critical Reception
"Cold Prey II" was generally well-received by critics and audiences, particularly within the horror genre. It was praised for its suspenseful atmosphere, effective scares, and strong continuation of the established premise from the first film. While some noted its adherence to slasher film tropes, most found it to be a well-executed and entertaining entry.
What Reviewers Say
A satisfying and intense slasher sequel that delivers on scares.
Effectively builds suspense and features a menacing antagonist.
Sticks to genre conventions but executes them with skill.
Google audience: Audiences generally found "Cold Prey II" to be a thrilling and scary horror film, appreciating its suspenseful build-up and the relentless nature of the killer. Many felt it was a worthy successor to the original, providing plenty of gore and jump scares.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Action Sequence at the Scream Fest, USA (2008).
Fun Fact
The iconic ski mask and axe used by the mountain killer in the film became signature elements of the franchise.
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