Carnival Night 2
Carnival Night 2

Carnival Night 2

1996Movie118 minRussian

New years tele-vaudeville based on Eldar Ryazanov's "Carnival Night".

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Tetsuya NakashimaGenres: Drama, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of teenagers find themselves drawn into a mysterious and terrifying carnival that appears only at night. As they explore its strange attractions, they uncover dark secrets and confront their deepest fears. The line between reality and nightmare blurs as they desperately try to escape the carnival's sinister grip before it consumes them entirely.

Critical Reception

Carnival Night 2 received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and unique visual style, while some found its plot convoluted. Audiences generally appreciated its psychological horror elements and unsettling imagery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its surreal and nightmarish atmosphere.
  • Hailed as a visually striking and psychologically disturbing experience.
  • Some reviewers noted a lack of narrative clarity in its latter half.

Google audience: Viewers often highlight the film's disturbing and memorable imagery, with many appreciating its original take on horror. Some found the plot a bit difficult to follow, but the overall mood and suspense were frequently cited as positives.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Director at the Tokyo International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director Tetsuya Nakashima was reportedly inspired by old, abandoned amusement parks and folklore surrounding cursed carnivals when developing the film's concept.

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