Final Destination 2

[Cujo108]

I'm not a big fan of the teen oriented slasher flicks that SCREAM inspired, such as URBAN LEGEND, IKWYDLS, and DISTURBING BEHAVIOR, but the original FINAL DESTINATION was a standout in my opinion, and I really loved it (I also enjoyed CHERRY FALLS and VALENTINE, so sue me).

Anyhow, I was obviously looking forward to the sequel, and I saw it last night. Here are my thoughts:


Hot damn, this movie was an absolute blast! This is a more than worthy sequel!

I thought some parts of the mythos were as clever as the first one, but other parts weren't, and were quite confusing. This did not detract from my enjoyment of the film though, and unoriginal or not, this film is a hell of a ride! I also don't see why its considered a bad thing to have some humor in there, as I quite liked it and thought it helped balance out the film.

The car pile up at the beginning was just spectacular! I was in awe at how frickin' well done it was. It was just amazing, and I know I'll watch it over and over again when I get the DVD.

The death scenes were indeed outstanding, and I was wondering how this got away with a R rating! The airbag and barbwire scenes are the standouts, although all are stellar. Really grotesque and well done deaths that put the first film's deaths to shame. Also, ya just gotta love that ending with the grill!

I loved this sequel, and sorry to the naysayers, but I'm giving it **** out of ***** simply for the pure fun as hell time I had with it, the excellent job with the crash and deaths, the loads of truly thrilling thrills that had my adrenaline pumping hard, and the overall achievement of what it set out to do! The film is definitely flawed, but I got past them and had a killer time!

[David666]

Wow, I agree with Cujo. Has the world ended?:lol: :lol:

[napalm68]

Fuck, I can't wait until the australian release!

[Horrorfan]

I have to agree. Kick ass death scenes and a sequel that is good!!!!!! Everyone needs to see this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:banana: :banana: :banana: :banana: :banana:

[the.wicked.one]

I'm going next week and I can't wait. The reviews I've read stated that it's pure unadulterated gory fun. Sounds like my kind of night at the movies!

[jeffschmidt]

So it really does deliver on the gore? I had heard that it was pretty gory, but to hear it from you guys is more assuring. I'll check this out soon!

[KillerCannabis]

I was leery of seeing this, but maybe I should sneak into the theater and do a 2-for-1 today, seeing FD2 along with Darkness Falls. Its been so long since I've seen a horror film in theaters (last one was The Ring) that even though these two have the potential to suck, it could still make for a fun day at the movies.

[rxfiend]

i seen FD2 today and enjoyed it quite a bit. it's nice to see a mainstream film that doesn't hold back on the gore and violence (hell, it's the only R film at the theatres were i live!?!). I'm surprised a lot of it got by the MPAA! i'll never understand how they give out ratings. at any rate, i definately recommend the film! it was definately better than Darkness Falls.

[Horrorfan]

Forget Darkness Falls everyone go see FINAL DESTINATION 2. !!!!!!
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[legnadibrom]

the first post in this thread sums it all up,
the first "final destination" is impressive, and this sequel is even better than that,
try to watch this film while it is still popular because its better with a full audience, people actually gasp and shit to the death scenes,
and yeah the first 10 minutes or so with the highway pile-up is fucking brilliant, the direction while these people are driving is amazing, the camera weaves in and out of all these different cars so that we see and recognize everyone later when they die,
the gore is second only to "blade ii," i figgered that movie got an R because most of the gore was not human gore, but monster gore, but this movie just obliterates human beings, its cool when people blow up

[KillerCannabis]

Alright, I just saw FD2 an hour ago and I have to say.... it impressed me. Keep in mind, the story WAS a bit on the lame side ("Look out for the pigeons!!) and the acting was (as usual) sub-par. But the gore? Awesome. This movie had some of the coolest death scenes I've watched in a while. My favorite was the cokeheads death. Its a movie that I'd even consider getting on DVD, even more so since you know NL will give it the Platinum treatment.

[rhett]

I was skeptic reading about the prospect of a sequel to FD, but ever since I saw the trailer I've really been excited. I haven't seen it yet, but I am really glad it is getting unanimously good reviews. :banana:

[STREET TRASH]

I saw it opening night. I laughed, I winced, I yelped and jumped. Best horror movie I've seen in theaters since, gee, this may be a stretch here but 1995's Lord of Illusions. I didn't see American Psycho in theaters, otherwise I would've said that.

On another forum someone refered to this as the modern day Evil Dead 2. I'd be hard pressed to disagree.

[mcchrist]

I may have to give this a shot afterall.

[Horrorfan]

Rhett you need to see this flick. It is one of the best sequels in a long time for the horror genre.How about writing a review to the first dvd after you see this movie.

[Jamm]

Wow, a thread where most everyone is in AGREEMENT on something. Am I on the right website???:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

[SEANVALEN]

The original Final Destination I enjoyed alot, never forget when the plane blows up, and heard alot of good vibes as this is a horror sequel that delivers, and alot of you who are normally weary seeing new horror films, glad your all pumped up, can't wait. :banana: :D :cool:

[The Chaostar]

It is an awful, insulting for my intelligence, film and you are all idiots.

[The Chaostar]

Haven't seen it actualy but Jamm was right, this thread was getting pretty boring.

:evil:

[SEANVALEN]

Originally posted by The Chaostar
Haven't seen it actualy but Jamm was right, this thread was getting pretty boring.

:evil:

Plenty of other threads to see the mixed reaction stuff, but for a change, it's good to see a good horror film, and horror films fans sensing this is good.

:cool:

[Nyghtfall]

I saw it last night. Folks, if you love gore, this is definitely the theatrical release for you. I don't remember the last time I saw a horror movie in which every death was shown in visceral detail, right to the very end. It was nothing short of stunning.

Unfortunately, the deaths were so well done that I'm now convinced we're going to see an edited DVD release, at least here in the States. FD2 reminded me of the gold age of 70's slasher films, when directors began focusing more on shock value with gorey deaths because the stories kept failing to bring in the audiences. FD2 absolutely delivers on the gore factor.

I'm a die-hard gore hound. FD2 was made for people like me.

[STREET TRASH]

I seriously doubt the DVD release would be cut. If anything, we may actually see alternate angles/extra gore.

[The Chaostar]

Originally posted by SEANVALEN
Plenty of other threads to see the mixed reaction stuff, but for a change, it's good to see a good horror film, and horror films fans sensing this is good.

:cool:

It was a joke. :p

[John]

How would you guys compare it to Darkness Falls? Better, worse, the same?

[rxfiend]

better than DF. DF seemed to take itself way too serious, + it had a lot of those loud music streaks (scare tactic), which i hate!

[Cujo108]

DARKNESS FALLS was okay at best, but I loved FINAL DESTINATION 2! As I said in my opening post, this film is the most fun I've had at the theater in some time.

[Alan Smithee]

I saw it last Friday and enjoyed it. Way better than the first one. I agree with Nyghtfall, the movie is sort of a throwback to old school horror movies in regards to the creative and gory deaths. I may even have to go see it again. Its no Evil Dead 2, but it is pretty sweet.

[Jamm]

And to think I passed up a free preview the week before it opened!!! Damn!!! Now I gotta shell out the dough to see it!!! Actually, wait, I still have free Hoyts passes that expire this month. Oh well, I guess I'll get to see it after all...

[John]

Cool! I wasn't a big fan of DF. I really enjoyed the first FD, so I was curious about how the sequel would be. I'll have to go check it out.

[Grim]

I didn't really like the first one that much, maybe it was because Devon Sawa annoyed the shit out of me, I hate him. But from what I've been hearing I think I might see this, I'll atleast buy the dvd.

[John]

maybe it was because Devon Sawa annoyed the shit out of me

I can see how he may turn some people off. He didn't annoy me too much in FD. I just remember the crazy kills the movie had. I don't know if even the 'great' Busta Rhymes could have ruined that flick for me! :p

[mcchrist]

I still might just wait (and probably kick myself later) But I really don't want to see this right now.

[John]

C'mon man! You have already passed on Darkness Falls. You may as well take a chance on this one!

[Cujo108]

I hope New Line gives this gem as good or better DVD treatment than the first one, as while I love the first one, you could probably guess from my posts in this thread that I loved this one even more! Also, this is New Line, not Paramount, and I'm sure they won't edit the DVD at all, so don't worry about something like that. I saw this film for a third time today BTW, and I still want more!

[DrJOnes666]

Saw this one tonight.
One word: BRUTAL!

I loved it! Didn't expect the film to deliver on the gore, but it did.

I agree with legnadibrom up in this thread: go see it while it's hot in theaters... Seing it with a big crowd is quite an experience.

DrJOnes666

[Grim]

Yeah, kids at my school have been saying heads get chopped off, samashed, people explode, ect. I've also heard that it is extremely gory for an R film. You think New Line payed the ratings board? :lol:

[Shannafey]

Man, you guys were not kidding. I went to see this tonight. The gore factor is incredible, and damn good intense film. I loved the first one, and thought this would be a clone, but damn if they didn't figure out a way to keep the series going. Hope it keeps going and keeps getting better. This is a must see for you all.

[shift]

Originally posted by Shannafey
Man, you guys were not kidding. I went to see this tonight. The gore factor is incredible, and damn good intense film. I loved the first one, and thought this would be a clone, but damn if they didn't figure out a way to keep the series going. Hope it keeps going and keeps getting better. This is a must see for you all.

Fuk it! I am going to watch this tomorrow. So I assume it rocks!:cool:

[slinker]

I just saw this, and i have to agree....GORE galore i didnt go into the cinema expecting to really like FD2 because i didnt really dig the first movie, but i thought id give it a go regardless. Aside from the silly plot and numerous red herrings it was very good, the scene at the start was fantastic and then alot of the inventive deaths that followed were simply goretastic! the whole audience was gasping and screaming at the impact of most of the kills, it was a cool atmosphere! definately a popcorn flick, not too absorbing and totally fun.... IMO alot better than the first :D

[Jamm]

I finally saw this last night and I gotta admit, I was impressed!!! I have not been to a horror movie in a long time where the audience shrieked, screamed, cheered, and clapped!!! Not only were the death scenes just INCREDIBLE, but they did a REALLY good job with the story and tying it to the first movie. I can't wait for the DVD because there's a few of those deaths that I realy want to freeze frame on!!!

[Midnight Buddha]

Well i went to see this lastnight as it opened in the uk this weekend, it`s not the kind of film i would usually go to the cinema to see but hearing all you guys rave about it i thought i`d give it a go, i wasn`t disappointed, some really great gore and kill parts, also very tense at times, the hall was only about a third full but the reaction from the crowd at times was great, go see on the big screen. :D

[KillSwitch]

Grrrrrr! This hasn't started here yet!!! (livin in a small place sucks!) I want to see it soooooo bad now. Dammit!! Hmmmmph!! :mad:

Nick :banana:

[shift]

DudeS!! This movie fucking rocks all!! Take it from the others here that saw it. Its fuckin greeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaatt!!!

I love the intro on the HIGHWAY sceene. That scene made the movie itself. Theres allot of gore and brutal kills !! A fuckin PLUS movie!! I would say that this might be the best horror movie of 2003.... unless Jeepers Creepers II can put an ass whoopin on this one. well see!! Stop readin this thread and go see it!!1

[agentc]

Saw it last night, FANTASTIC!, I really enjoyed the original, and I'd say it's very nearly as good. Great fun. The death scenes will make you cringe in a good way with anticipation. There's even a cool dentist scene. SHRIEK. Highly Recommended.

[y2doublet]

Originally posted by STREET TRASH
On another forum someone refered to this as the modern day Evil Dead 2. I'd be hard pressed to disagree.

Oh my, if that comparison holds up I'll have to check this one out in the theater. Been a loong time since I saw a horror-flick on the big screen (last one must've been the superb The Others) and seeing how I liked the first one this might be a sleeper.

[satan x]

Good solid beer and pizza movie can't wait for the DVD, a jump to a death feature like on the last two Friday movies must be seriously considered by who ever is in charge of putting together the extra material for the disc.

[KillSwitch]

This movie was so awesome, saw it last night. Gonna go again soon. The barbed wire death scene, the airbag... hell... all of the death scenes kicked so much ass. :)

Nick

[zombi3]

I just got back from seeing FD2. Good movie! The gore was great for a mainstream R-rated flick and it actually had some suspense in parts.

[shift]

I will never own an car w/ an airbag,,, nor get under an ladder if I was paid 5.00 to do so :lol:


Originally posted by KillSwitch
This movie was so awesome, saw it last night. Gonna go again soon. The barbed wire death scene, the airbag... hell... all of the death scenes kicked so much ass. :)

Nick

[The Chaostar]

Just saw it. I had a good time and the gore scenes were strong for an R rated film indeed. However, it was not that well directed as the first one. And something else:
Is CGI GORE good enough for you? Man, it doesn't get me. Not in the least. It's like watching a fuckin' video game. Bring Tom Savini back! Now!

[Grim]

CGI gore is better than no gore, so I'm sure I'll be happy when I finally see this.

[The Chaostar]

I don't know man... I prefer to watch Day Of The Dead again instead of new & improved CGI gore. It lacks the punch.

[The Chaostar]

Just read that you are 15 Mrgrim. Now that we have this disagreement, you, with your remakrs, made me feel REALLY FUCKIN' OLD! :(

[Grim]

Make no mistake about it, I like latex and karo syprup so much more than CGI, but if it looks neat then it's ok by me, I just hate when they overuse CGI, but I do hope there will be a ressurection of traditional gore in mainstream films. That is one of the reasons I'm looking forward to both Cabin Fever and House of 1K Corpses.

[legnadibrom]

you cannot tell me that that whole highway scene was NOT well-directed man, the way the camera swoops in and out of the cars, how the audience can see and recognize everyone affected by the crash before it happens, i really, really enjoyed those first 15 minutes or so, the rest of the film was almost as good,
about the CGI gore, its obvious where film special effects are headed, and as long as the gore keeps looking more and more realistic, like this film, and of course the amazing gore effects in "blade 2" i really dont care, i like the true physical effects, but when i cant tell the difference i wont give a shit which of the 2 it is

[thrashard76]

CGI is a cool idea for certain shots like atmosphere or distant effects but when you base a whole movie on it, it gets real old real fast. With CGI being around so much now, one can only hope that the general public will get their fill of it and move on. In this case revert back to a more traditional means of FX such as make-up artists and special effects appliances.:cool:

[mcchrist]

This movie was alright (and the gore was impresive, IMO) but it was just another vehicle with pretty guys and gals that serve no purpose than to meet some demise in one form or another. Call me jaded, but when I sit down I want surprises. This has all been done before (and much better I might add), there are just way to many contrivances in this film for me to sit still long enough.

[Nemesis]

yeah i have to agree, specially that fence slice scene where the intestines fell out, looked too tidy... although the film was hugely gorey i would have much preferred some good old fashion gore like from day of the dead or even last house on the left...

out of curiousity, is R the harshest rating a movie can get in the cinema in the US? its R here too but final destination was rated M15+ which i cant believe, it was waaaay too gorey to send a 15 year old to in my books

so u guys can have unrated dvds but when it comes to cinema it a maximum of an R rating?

[mcchrist]

yeah i have to agree, specially that fence slice scene where the intestines fell out, looked too tidy...

To be honest, I thought that was the one effect that worked IMO. The reason why it worked for me is because it looked REAL, I'm not talking Italian blood-soaked, Savini effects real, but real-life real. The kind of shot you'd see at Rotten.com or something. Doesn't make the movie, IMO, but still pretty gnarly looking if you ask me.

[WKT]

FD2 was fun for me since all I expected was to see a few scenes of pretty guys and gals get killed in interesting ways. You're absolutely right in that there wasn't anything particularly original about the story, but I did like the fence scene - very unexpected. Its was "CGI-fun" - kinda like the demise of the lawyer at the beginning of Thirt3en Ghosts.

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[John]

Here is some DVD info.

From DVDFile:
Ouch! That hurts! Death can be such a messy business...as you'll find out on July 22nd when New Line Home Entertainment releases the hit sequel Final Destination 2. This souped-up Infinifilm Edition delivers all the bloody goods: 1.85:1 anamorphic widescreen transfer, Dolby Digital Surround EX and DTS ES 6.1, an audio commentary with director David Ellis, screenwriters Eric Bress and J. Mackye Gruber and producer Craig Perry, a subtitle fact track, the featurettes "The Terror Gauge," "Cheating Death: Beyond and Back" and "Bits and Pieces: Bringing Death to Life," deleted and alternate scenes, and theatrical trailers. ROM extras include the script-to-screen viewer, the original theatrical website, downloadable wallpapers and the exclusive "Chain Reaction" interactive adventure. Retail is $27.95.

Sounds like it's gonna be a great disc.

[Hellbilly]

On my list! :)

[Gnaghi]

i had alot of fun watching this movie last night. the effects were top notch. i wonder if this slicing effect is going to be seen alot from now on, i mean it's the same as that resident evil one with the lasers. funny thing after i watched this i went to the kitchen and dropped a gallon of water, only for the cap to pop off and water come spilling out. then of course since the kitchen is at a slant the water started flowing across the floor... i was expecting a crazy death to happen. :banana:

[Mortis]

I finally saw this one.

I thought it was pretty sweet. There was some pretty brutal shit in there.

I'll be getting this DVD.

[Ash28M]

Overall i thought FD2 was pretty fun to watch. I didn't find it to have much substance to it though. After watching it i thought to myself, that was a crappy teen horror flick sorounded by some really cool scenes. Then again i had a good time watching it so i guess it did it's job.

[Brokennn]

I thought FD2 was very boring.