Hi all!

Today I am reviewing new-release, horror: The Nun II. It hit cinemas in Australia this month, allowing me the pleasure of seeing it on the big screen. In 1956 France, a priest is murdered, and it seems an evil is spreading. Sister Irene, once again, comes face to face with a demonic force. If you wish to check out my ranking of The Conjuring franchise, click here. Without further ado, let’s get into it!

WHAT WORKED:

I hated The Nun. It’s my least favourite in the franchise. In my opinion, the sequel corrected all of my previous issues. The Nun II provides viewers with plenty of action-packed sequences, jump-scares and most importantly, Valak. The demon pops up frequently in fun and creative ways. She reminded me of Pennywise – presenting a cheeky side toward her victims, whilst taking the form of their deepest fears. Taissa Farmiga put on another incredible performance as Sister Irene. It was also really nice to see Storm Reid join the cast. The story mainly focuses on Maurice (Frenchie), and the evil spreading through the convent where he works. We even get an Indiana Jones style artifact hunt. Furthermore, there is a nod to the Conjuring 2 and a mid-credit scene, hinting at what’s to come.

WHAT DIDN’T WORK: 

If you’re hoping for more Valak lore, you’re not going to get it. The sequel doesn’t really further the overall story, although it does bridge the gap between Sister Irene and Lorraine Warren. It simply serves to scare, reminding viewers just how iconic this villain is. Also, if you’re not a fan of jump scares, this movie may frustrate you. I like them, so it wasn’t an issue for me.

OVERALL STAR RATING: 

I gave it 4.5/5 stars. What an improvement!

Thank you so much for reading! Have you seen The Nun II?

Peace & Love xoxo