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This was so, so much better than Part One. There's one exposition scene that doesn't fit, but it's over almost as soon as it starts. The film is consistent throughout, isn't afraid to be brutal, and finally delivers on the tone the trailers promised for this trilogy.

Part One had such a bizarre tone for me when I watched it... I didn't know who to root for. I kept wondering why all of the characters were so emotional, angry, and annoying... and yes, the constant 90's nostalgia music being shoved down our throats I thought was too overwhelming. Trust me, I noticed it too lol.

This one however, I thought kept it pretty lean... by continuing on Part One in the beginning with the C. Berman character starting her part of the story... enough to keep you intrigued for what's to come.

And it doesn't disappoint.

Sadie Sink did a fabulous job, and the rest of the cast did as well. Not a lot of whiny dialogue, and you got to know each of the characters in a more relaxed way instead of everyone simply yelling at each other all the time like in Part One.

I was glad to see that the story in Part Two had mostly to do with what happened to C. Berman, and included none of the characters from the first film (minus in the bits in the beginning and bits in the end, respectfully.)

And it's set at a camp right?!? Especially back in 1978... I mean, c'mon man! That camp full of all of those kids back in those days in 1978 would be ripe for the pick in' for a serial killer. And this film doesn't cut back on the slasher flick-type gore either. You'll be satisfied, I assure you.

Again, unlike Part One I really didn't find myself rolling my eyes once. Great addition to the story!

Overall, looking forward to Part Three after this!!

If you watch it as a regular slasher flick instead of comparing it to the book, it's actually much more fun to watch. Not everything has to be taken seriously lol.

This second movie is far better than it's precursor. Just introducing a few changes and focusing on being a slasher, gets a decent product. Inferior to Friday the 13th but still watchable. At least, this movie is what people expected from part one. Obviously, It's not original, it's not the best slasher, but it has what fans want: blood, fun and nostalgia.

On the other hand, worst part is when the kid and the girl from part one show up. Total anti climax.

Anyway, I really recommend watching this one, far from perfect but better than part one.

The 70s camp theme didn't quite deliver as much as I was hoping, however it's a lot of fun to watch the story come together. Much like its predecessor, this movie struggles to feel like the decade it's based in. Which is a real shame because I could see these becoming cult classics if they pulled off the retro look. I preferred 1994, but Sadie Sink was a joy to watch on screen, she really carried the movie. I'll definitely be watching 1666, but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't nervous, olden days horror movies scare the crap out of me!

This one has a good setting which kinda transports us viewers to the late 70s n early 80s slashers a la the camp ones.

This time they showed some brutal slashing via an axe but i am happy that at the same time they restrained the violence towards kids.

The only crib is that there is no nudity n the makers tried their level best to hide nudity which kinda looked too forceful.

Can someone tell me why there wasnt lottuva poop inside the tunnel underneath the outhouse.

Hope they show some good atmosphere n terror in the final chapter.

I have to say that the second movie it's much better than first fear street movie.

It was more interesting and scary.

But there are still things that need to be improved.

Really recommend.

I've come to this directly after watching the first, I liked the first, I thought this was the better film.

Being a prequel and a continuation, we are able put the pieces together, and there's is a lot of content to digest, plus a few surprises in store.

It perhaps lacks some of the scares and thrills of the first film, this has a less obvious horror, the scares here are somehow more subtle. I thought the set of monsters/killers looked great here.

Terrific music again, the costumes and sets look terrific, I preferred the 1970's setting, and I think they really did capture the time.

A more accomplished film, 7/10.

I'm glad I decided to give part 2 a try. I didn't like part 1 very well, but 2 definitely made up for it. I love the whole summer camp person gone crazy story, even if it has been used five million times. This was pretty good.

Having seen Fear Street Part 1 I did wonder if this one would basically be much of the same, but with a 70's music score. I was pleasantly surprised to find this one was better than Part 1.

There is only so much that you can do in a slasher movie, that hasn't already been done. Normally there is minimal story line, lots of screaming and bloodshed and possibly a single survivor at the end - no spoilers there. This 2nd instalment is set in a 'Summer Camp', so quite reminiscent of Friday the 13th, only this time the addition of the kids makes for more blood spillage.

The thread of story line woven through the trilogy keeps you hooked, as you learn a little more each time. It's also interesting in the way that the story is in reverse, instead of starting at the beginning.

The acting was really quite good, given the ages of those starring. Far better than some I have seen lately where teens have been played by twenty/thirty somethings who are so wooden and stilted they are painful to watch.

My one big gripe is that I know filming at night is supposed to make it more frightening and to build up tension but that fails completely when the audience can't see a thing or barely glimpses what is happening.

If you are into the old 'slasher' type movies you will probably find it entertaining, for younger viewers, expecting the big production CGI horror, it will no doubt be underwhelming.

Unlike the first, this film does not have a good rhythm or an attractive story.

Bloody scenes are less than in the first and also there is not much tension, in this film encompassing the sentimentality that become tedious, it is full of convenience, it has many script holes, it is very implausible, it is very long, this feels more like a cynical copy of several famous gender films. The good things are very few and come to be overshadowed by a tired script.

Even with its failures this film manages to contribute even a little more explanation of what happens, it manages to make convincing blood scenes, but its resemblance to other successful gender films, makes it less enjoyable.

If you're looking for a watchable slasher movie, this just might make the cut. The vibe and feel for the late 70's was still a bit off, but not as much as Part 1. It was the little details that were missing, for example, where was the iconic BIG hair from the 70's? As for the music, it was a nice touch and used better throughout the movie. Acting was pretty decent, especially that of Ziggy, the main characte. As for the story itself, it felt more straightforward and to the point than Part 1. All in all it was an improvement on the previous movie.

So far so good with the fear street series... 7/10 for both parts from me thus far... You just need to expect that they are not going for groundbreaking film making here that are released on Boxing Day at the cinema... If you enjoy these films for what they are you will be happy with your viewing experience.

Part 2, is the summer camp setting (1978) and has a different approach/feel to part 1 which I thought was good. Max (from Stranger Things) was the main actor in this and perfectly cast too. The main action takes place as night falls and the campers start a game of capture flag. You get a good progression in the story of the witch and characters that dons out more about this mystery in its place and time, and maybe a way to actually stop the curse. As this is only part 2, we know that we will have to wait for the final instalment to know this...

The action is good, there is some gore and suspense in the "killer" sequences, and the 70s soundtrack is more subtle and much better for it than in part 1 (90s)...

Looking forward to part III and hopefully more of these feature length mini series from Netflix in the future...

This one was it. Music was great. This looked more 70s than the other did 90s. Sure hairstyles weren't the same and clothes were a little bland but nothing besides the bombardment of music showed us the last was 94. Acting was way better in this one as well. Can we just talk about that closing scene with Cindy and Ziggy like damn did that hit hard that's when I knew the movie did it's job of making likable characters. Since it won't have nostalgia tropes to rely on I'm looking forward to 1666 as more of a story based suspense than the horror slasher we had in the first two films. Let's see how this started and end(?) this thing.

Finally got to see something that I expected after watching the trailer. The first part was terrible,but this one is way better than the first part. Good acting performances and better script made the movie engaging.

Waiting for the last part.

As soon as saw the trailers i was so happy about the fact that we are getting three slasher films. First one was okay, didn't feel like a slasher to me but this one was pretty decent. I really liked the gore and the acting. Even tho it was a bit slow at first, got better in last 30 mins. It wasn't sadly 70's at all tho. It was like modern kids trying to act like they're living in 70's.

Long story short, don't expect too much but it's good, fun and gory. It's like a Saturday night popcorn movie.

The atmosphere is great for late night and the kids are believable as a real, diverse group (not glossy like the cast of Riverdale or Gossip Girl). The next installment looks incredibly promising!

I liked the first instalment, this one was better. What's not too like tbh. Easy watching gore "horror". 👌

Improving slightly upon its predecessor- and proving to be even more entertaining- Fear Street Part Two is still a bit uneven, but the sum of its parts manages to bring along a familiar but engaging ride. I was much more impressed with the acting in this one than in the last one. It's nothing incredibly profound, but Sadie Sink is just perfectly cast in the lead role of Ziggy- and the other supporting actors never feel like they are forcing their performances despite their thinner characters. The film is incredibly entertaining and does add a bit more to the potential and worldbuilding that the first one set up, which I think they did a good job on. The issue lies more in the story of this film itself, as it takes the steps it needs to forming its story, without providing anything truly original or memorable. It's beginning, although partially necessary, feels like it's used as nothing but to kill time- and the majority of the film feels rather pointless in the trilogy's plan- as we don't get to anything truly important until the end. Also, just a small thing, we didn't need to hear Cherry Bomb three whole times throughout the course of the film- it's a good song and all- but seriously it just feels forced. Despite all that though, the film is moving with its relationships at hand, and truly allows you to care about the characters on screen even despite their flaws- a great improvement from the melodramatic writing of the characters in the first film. In the end, Fear Street Part Two 1978 is a decent sequel and decent film with decently sized flaws. It's far from the potential it could have had, but like the last one, still manages to be a solidly enjoyable film.

My Rating: 7.3/10.

I cannot tell you how much better 1978 is than 1994. I actually cred about the characters, since they actually had character development. The story itself was way better. It felt like an actual plot and not a quick concept. Things that happened actually made sense and deaths seemed more realistic and freightening. I actually enjoyed watching the story unfold and for once, cared to remember what was said about Sarah and the curse.

The bad side is that the movie is a bit more older teeanager/young adult oriented. More violence, more gore, more scenes and nudity comes along (albeit briefly). Even with the added "mature" content, this was a way better watch. To be honest, if it had not been for the turn around in this movie, I wouldn't have watched part 3.

If part 1 off put you, give part 2 a try, its actually an enjoyable movie on it's own.

Nothing to do with the fear street books and again trash acting.

Found a good movie, had to think a lot of camp horror movies such as: friday the 23th and sleepaway camp. Also found interesting that the witch and stuff went on. Definitely recommend checking it out.