Release: 2021-05-21
Runtime: 1h 36m (96 minutes)
Following the events at home, the Abbott family now face the terrors of the outside world. Forced to venture into the unknown, they realize that the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats that lurk beyond the sand path.
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Genres: Horror, Thriller, Science Fiction
Cast: Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Djimon Hounsou, more
Cillian Murphy
as Emmett
Emily Blunt
as Evelyn Abbott
Djimon Hounsou
as Man on Island
John Krasinski
as Lee Abbott
Scoot McNairy
as Marina Man
Noah Jupe
as Marcus Abbott
Okieriete Onaodowan
as Police Officer
Millicent Simmonds
as Regan Abbott
Wayne Duvall
as Roger (uncredited)
Blake DeLong
as Umpire
Silas Pereira-Olson
as Boy on Island
Sheri Fairchild
as Woman at Hair Salon (uncredited)
Following the events at home, the Abbott family now face the terrors of the outside world. Forced to venture into the unknown, they realize that the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats that lurk beyond the sand path.
Silence is not enough.
A Quiet Place Part II is a gripping sequel to the 2018 hit film, directed and co-produced by John Krasinski. Released in 2021, the film takes viewers back into a silent, post-apocalyptic world where sound is deadly. The story follows the Abbott family as they navigate this treacherous environment inhabited by blind aliens with an extraordinary ability to hear.
The movie stars Emily Blunt, Cillian Murphy, Millicent Simmonds, and Noah Jupe, who all return to their roles from the first film. Additionally, Djimon Hounsou joins the cast, adding depth to the film's emotional landscape.
After the success of the first movie, Paramount Pictures announced the sequel in April 2018. Krasinski began writing the screenplay in August of that year, with filming taking place primarily in Western New York from June to September 2019. The film was produced on a budget of approximately $55 to $61 million, significantly more than the original's $17 million.
The film had its grand premiere in New York City on 08 March 2020. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, its release was delayed until 28 May 2021. Upon its release, it quickly broke box office records, including having the largest opening weekend during the pandemic. It grossed a remarkable $297.4 million globally.
The plot picks up more than a year after the events of the first film. The Abbotts are struggling to survive after losing family members to the alien creatures known as the Death Angels. Regan, now aware that high-frequency sounds can incapacitate the creatures, devises a plan to use her cochlear implant to weaponize this knowledge against them. As the family sets out to find other survivors, they encounter new dangers, both from the aliens and from other humans.
Critics have generally praised A Quiet Place Part II, highlighting its tension, character development, and the introduction of Murphy's character, Emmett. The film was described as a nerve-wracking continuation of its predecessor, expanding the franchise's universe without losing sight of its emotional core.
With a runtime of 97 minutes, the film is available in both American Sign Language and English, showcasing the importance of representation in cinema. The success of this sequel has set the stage for a planned third installment, with Krasinski hinting at expanding the story further in a trilogy format.
For fans of the horror genre and those who appreciated the original film, A Quiet Place Part II delivers an engaging blend of suspense and emotional storytelling that is not to be missed.
