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Words have a different meaning when you have to be quiet to protect yourself and the people you love.
PLOT
"Following the events at home, the Abbott family now face the terrors of the outside world. Forced to venture into the unknown, they realize the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats lurking beyond the sand path" or "This time being quiet isn't going to be enough"
SCRIPT
It's simple but pretty effective. The plot isn't particularly complex and it's all about the characters. They haven't a particular arch but all of them share a goal and a desire. Most of the characters development has been done in the first movie and here is more about worldbuilding. The villain, which here isn't simply the monster, has a point but it isn't accurately analyzed in depth. The climax works, even though it isn't particularly gripping. Overall it's a good script but it misses something about character developing.
Script: 6/10
ACTING
This is top notch and I think that Noah Jupe is the MVP of this movie. He's able to portray happiness, pain and fear perfectly. Emily Blunt and Cillian Murphy are good in their roles, as well as Millicent Simmonds. Djimon Hounsou is sidelined and I don't understand his inclusion. I can say the same thing about Scoot McNairy, who delivers a good performance for a short time. I think that all the actors involved do their best and are well directed. The ensemble works well together and the performances are very good.
Acting: 7/10
PHOTOGRAPHY
I like how the light is being used by alternating it with shadows. Surely it isn't flat and it's a delight. Colours don't have a role here and a symbolic meaning. There aren't impressive shots. Overall it's good but not remarkable.
Photography: 6/10
EDITING
It isn't particularly interesting but I find the first action scene very well edited because it's dynamic and I like the fact that there's the presence of one shot. The rest of the movie isn't characterized by impressive shooting techniques. There isn't slow motion, an Hollywood's staple, and I like the fact that the director don't want to glamourize violence.
Editing: 6/10
SPECIAL EFFECTS
Decent but it doesn't go beyond that. The monster's design isn't particularly original. Considering the budget, this is more than enough and it doesn't disappoint.
Special Effects: 6/10
SOUNDTRACK
I think that is pretty good because it creates sensations of dread and suspense and it amps when panic is present in the characters. It works well in its neatness. It isn't unforgettable but it's pretty effective.
Soundtrack: 7/10
COSTUMES
Nothig interesting here. Usual clothes which people wear during a survival situation. They don't have any kind of meaning and don't have a role in the movie. It's just enough but nothing more.
Costumes: 6/10
CONCLUSION
Script: 6/10
Acting: 7/10
Photography: 6/10
Editing: 6/10
Special Effects: 6/10
Soundtrack: 7/10
Costumes: 6/10
AVERAGE: 6,28
A good movie with a simple premise which is intededto expand the world which was set up in the first movie. It focuses on entertaining the audience and forget about the characters. Even though it has some flaws, this movie shines with a good, gripping soundtrack and remarkable acting. Watch it if you are a fun of the first one or you simply like the genre.
Director: John Krasinski
Screenplay: John Krasinski
Cast: Emily Blunt, Cillian Murphy, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe, Djimon Hounsou, John Krasinski
Soundtrack: Marco Beltrami
Cinematography: Polly Morgan
Running Time: 97 minutes
Budget: $61 million
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