The Hidden II
The alien criminal from the first movie is dead, but he left a few eggs which are hatching now. The good alien, who still inhabits Tom Beck's body, has been waiting just in case this happened. Unfortunately, his presence in the body has taken a terrible toll on it, draining it of life energy. Additionally relations with Beck's daughter Juliet (now a cop) have deteriorated. But when the killing starts again, they will need to work together to stop the new generation of aliens.
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Plot Summary
In the year 2009, the alien parasite that can possess human bodies has returned. A detective, working with an artificial intelligence, must stop the creature before it can cause more destruction. The parasite has evolved, making it more dangerous than ever.
Critical Reception
The Hidden II is a direct-to-video sequel that failed to capture the magic of its predecessor. Critics generally found the film to be a disappointing continuation, citing a weaker plot, less inspired action, and a notable drop in quality compared to the original.
What Reviewers Say
- Lacks the original's charm and cleverness.
- The plot feels recycled and less engaging.
- While attempting to ramp up the action, it falls short of being truly exciting.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Hidden II' is generally negative, with viewers often comparing it unfavorably to the original film and finding its narrative and execution to be significantly weaker.
Fun Fact
Although marketed as a sequel to the 1987 film 'The Hidden,' the two films share no plot connections beyond the existence of the alien parasite and were made by different creative teams.
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