The Gallows Act II

The Gallows Act II is a 2019 American supernatural horror film written and directed by Chris Lofing and Travis Cluff. It stars Ema Horvath, Chris Milligan and Brittany Falardeau.[1] It is the sequel to the 2015 found footage film The Gallows.

The Gallows Act II
Theatrical release poster
Directed by
  • Chris Lofing
  • Travis Cluff
Produced by
Written by
  • Chris Lofing
  • Travis Cluff
Starring
  • Ema Horvath
  • Chris Milligan
  • Brittany Falardeau
Music byZach Lemmon
CinematographyKyle Gentz
Production
company
Distributed byLionsgate
Release date
  • October 25, 2019 (2019-10-25) (United States)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

It was released on October 25, 2019 in theaters, on demand and digital by Lionsgate. Like with the first film, critical reception for The Gallows Act II has been predominantly negative.

Plot

After aspiring actress Auna Rue transfers to a prestigious new school, her desires are twisted after participating in a viral challenge capable of conjuring a malevolent spirit.

Cast
  • Ema Horvath as Auna Rue
  • Chris Milligan as Cade Parker
  • Brittany Falardeau as Lisa Rue
  • Anthony Jensen as Scott Lamont
  • Dennis Hurley as Mr. Schlake
  • Jono Cota as Victor
  • Erika Miranda as Lex
  • Jener Dasilva as Nick
  • Charles Chudabala as Stage Hand
  • Stefmerie Halstead as Empress

Production

Principal photography on the film began in October 2016, with filming locations including San Joaquin College of Law.[2][3]

After filming and post-production was completed, a special early screening in August 2017, took place at the WB Lot in Burbank, California for fans aged 13-25.

Release

The film was released on October 25, 2019 in theaters, on demand and digital by Lionsgate[4], unlike the first film, Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema have no involvement with the sequel.

Critical response

With a total 13 votes on Rotten Tomatoes, the film currently has a 0% rating.[5] Glenn Kenny of The New York Times called it "a thoroughly undistinguished follow-up", and criticized the film's lack of logic.[6] Justin Lowe from The Hollywood Reporter offered the film similar criticism, writing, "Lofing and Cluff’s script blends horror and thriller elements without ever settling on a clear genre choice. The film’s surprising final twist only serves to emphasize its narrative incoherence, precipitated by insufficient backstory and inadequate character development."[7] Brian Tallerico of Roger Ebert.com gave the film a thumbs down, calling it Blumhouse's worst film, and criticised the film's script, shallow characters, story, and overuse of jump-scares.[8]

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References
  1. Barton, Steve (August 31, 2017). "Curtains Up on The Gallows 2". Dread Central. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
  2. "#MakingMovies #Tremendum #IndieFilmmaking #Fresno". Instagram.
  3. Squires, John (August 29, 2016). "Looks Like 'The Gallows 2' Was Filmed in Secret". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved February 2, 2018.
  4. Squires, John (September 11, 2019). "[Trailer] Sequel 'The Gallows: Act II' Brings the Hangman Back to Life in October". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved September 11, 2019.
  5. https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_gallows_act_ii
  6. Kenny, Glenn. "'The Gallows Act II' Review: The Play's the Thing (That Kills) - The New York Times". NYTimes.com. The New York Times. Retrieved 5 November 2019.
  7. Lowe, Justin. "'The Gallows Act II': Film Review". HollywoodReporter.com. The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 5 November 2019.
  8. Tallerico, Brian. "The Gallows Act II movie review (2019)". RogerEbert.com. Roger Ebert Website. Retrieved 5 November 2019.
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