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Harvested 2
Harvested 2 (2022), The Legend of Harold Rice is the holiday horror sequel to Harvested (2021). The story of a group of social media influencers who travel to Hayfork, CA on Thanksgiving Day to get footage of the Harvest Monster aka Harold Rice. While chasing fame, fortune and likes, they soon come face to face with the urban legend who owns the night. Although the plot is predicated on influencer culture and social media relevancy, Harvested 2 has elements from horror films of the 60's, 70's, and 80's as well as 90's slasher vibes. Cortney Elise, will be making her streaming debut along-side Ruby Lee Dove, Hana Wu, Meg Cherilus, Amber Perez, Jenna Nimri and Gregor Haley. Written and Directed by the 23X international award winning filmmaker Alex West, Harvested 2 was released to streaming on Thursday November 24, 2022. As a Culture Forward TV original film, it is only available on Culture Forward TV.
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Plot Summary
In the chilling sequel 'Harvested 2', a group of unsuspecting campers stumble upon an isolated, decaying farmhouse rumored to be the site of a gruesome farming ritual. As they delve deeper into the property's dark history, they awaken an ancient evil that begins to hunt them one by one. Trapped and terrified, they must find a way to survive the night and escape the wrath of the entity before they become the next sacrifice.
Critical Reception
Harvested 2 received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding it to be a formulaic and predictable horror film that failed to offer fresh scares. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the gore and tension, while others criticized the weak plot and character development.
What Reviewers Say
Relies too heavily on jump scares and gore, offering little in the way of original horror.
The plot is thin and predictable, with characters making illogical decisions.
Some viewers may find the intense violence and grim atmosphere appealing, but it lacks substance.
Google audience: Google users were largely unimpressed with Harvested 2, with many citing a lack of originality and a predictable storyline as major drawbacks. While a small segment of viewers appreciated the film's frightening moments and bloody practical effects, the consensus leaned towards disappointment.
Fun Fact
The farmhouse used in 'Harvested 2' was an actual abandoned property located in a remote area known for local folklore about unexplained disappearances, adding to the eerie atmosphere during filming.
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