A Quiet Place Part II (2021)

Ebiri praises the sequel as a taut, effective thriller and a confident work of filmmaking. He singles out Krasinski’s deft visual storytelling and carefully calibrated use of sound and tension.

Erbland finds the sequel satisfying, balancing thrills with expanded emotional stakes and a wider world. She praises its heart-pounding set pieces and the film’s affection for its family, while noting that one broader development feels less suited to the franchise’s intimate feel.

O'Sullivan finds the sequel hugely satisfying despite less consistent writing and some familiar terrain. She especially praises the performances, singling out Millicent Simmonds as utterly compelling.

Rooney finds the sequel an expertly crafted, intensely suspenseful continuation that remains emotionally absorbing. He especially praises the layered sound design and Marco Beltrami’s score for steadily heightening the tension.

Cremona finds the sequel another superbly tense horror film despite a few flaws. He singles out Millicent Simmonds’s star-making performance for praise.

Steele finds the sequel thrilling and praises its restraint, sound design and performances. She notes that the story loses focus at times, with one boat-people scene feeling undercooked.

The review finds the sequel delivers fresh frights and smart character work. It singles out the expertly crafted character beats for praise.

Harley finds the sequel a tense, satisfying continuation that largely lives up to its predecessor. He especially praises Millicent Simmonds’ commanding lead performance and the film’s sustained suspense.

Larson finds the sequel thrilling and emotionally effective, especially when family and legacy drive the tension. He praises the immersive sound design and the clever, moving links between its climactic scenes.

Grierson presents the sequel as worth the wait, suggesting a favorable verdict. The visible standfirst offers no specific element singled out for praise or complaint.

Dowd finds the sequel entertaining but thinner and less emotionally satisfying than the original. He praises Krasinski’s suspenseful set pieces and visual composition, especially the opening invasion sequence.

Freer finds the sequel worthwhile despite its weaker novelty and stretches that blunt the tension. He praises the opening’s sound design and says Millicent Simmonds shines.

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The critic finds the sequel thrilling but too close to the original’s formula to leave much resonance. They praise its tense set pieces and sound-focused approach, while noting that it offers little subtext.

Debruge finds the sequel an unsettling, cleverly executed thriller, though its suspense cannot overcome glaring logical inconsistencies. He praises Krasinski’s ingenuity and the film’s sound-driven scares, while faulting its plot holes.

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Jenkins finds the sequel occasionally effective but overly action-heavy and less scary than the original. He praises the opening disaster sequence while criticizing the contrived writing and sidelining of Regan.

Chang finds the sequel enjoyable and tense, but less inspired and focused than its predecessor. He praises Regan’s compelling presence and the finely crafted soundscape, while noting that the expanding story weakens the intimacy.

Hans finds the sequel skilful and effective as a genre exercise, but ultimately unsatisfying. She praises its pacing, cross-cutting and visceral sound design, while faulting its lack of soul.

Brody finds the sequel polished and intermittently clever but ultimately cramped, unperceptive, and lacking meaningful characterization. He praises its meticulous use of small details to build suspense, while faulting its failure to see the larger picture.

The critic finds the sequel a confident expansion that balances larger-scale scares with the Abbotts’ emotional story. He especially praises Millicent Simmonds and Noah Jupe, along with the sound design that places viewers in Regan’s experience.

Sandwell finds the sequel tense, terrifying, and successful at expanding the original without simply repeating it. He especially praises Millicent Simmonds’ powerful performance and the tension of the film’s sound design.

The critic finds the sequel at least as riveting as its predecessor, praising its lean storytelling and sustained suspense. The performances and editing are singled out for conveying emotion and keeping the separate storylines tense and connected.

The critic finds it a strong, gripping sequel, though less original than the first film. They praise Krasinski’s fiendishly devised set pieces and the young leads’ emotionally affecting performances.

The review considers the sequel a worthy companion that confidently expands its predecessor without merely trying to be bigger. It praises Krasinski’s visual storytelling, sound design and the younger cast, while noting that dangling threads leave room for more.

Oller finds the sequel an enjoyable, technically accomplished step down from the original, with its expanding world and familiar gimmicks bringing diminishing returns. He especially praises Krasinski’s focused direction, sound design and visual storytelling, which make small physical moments compelling.

Surrey finds the sequel an exciting, tense theatrical experience, though its familiar premise and abrupt sequel-baiting ending weaken it. He praises the soundless scenes for recreating the film’s palpable anxiety in an audience.

Bui finds the sequel a solid but clear step down from the original, weighed down by a familiar plot and contrivances. She praises the pairing of Cillian Murphy and Millicent Simmonds, along with Krasinski’s confident direction and occasional effective scares.

Worthington finds the sequel thrilling but less emotionally grounded and more scattered than the original. He praises its nerve-shredding tension and sound design, while faulting the expanded action for making the creatures less frightening.

Kaye finds the sequel gripping and skillfully made, but held back by thin storytelling and contrived character choices. He praises the cast, especially Millicent Simmonds, and the suspenseful sound design.