Scream 2 1997
“Someone has taken their love of sequels one step too far.”
What is Scream 2?
Scream 2 is a 1997 horror film that continues the story of Sidney Prescott as she adjusts to college life. The film takes place two years after the Woodsboro murders depicted in the first movie.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1997
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 120 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 12, 1997
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Dimension Films, Konrad Pictures, Craven-Maddalena Films
- Budget
- $24,000,000
- Revenue
- $172,363,301
- Genres
- Horror, Mystery
- Updated
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Overview
Scream 2 is a 1997 horror film that continues the story of Sidney Prescott as she adjusts to college life. The film takes place two years after the Woodsboro murders depicted in the first movie. Sidney is portrayed as acclimating to her new environment while dealing with the psychological aftermath of her previous traumatic experiences. The narrative follows her as she navigates university life alongside her friends. However, her attempt at normalcy is disrupted when a new killer emerges, again wearing the distinctive Ghostface costume. This mysterious figure begins targeting individuals connected to Sidney, initiating another series of violent killings. The film explores themes of trauma, media influence, and the cyclical nature of violence while maintaining the self-referential horror elements established in the original film. As the body count rises, Sidney must once again confront a masked assailant who seems to have personal knowledge of her past experiences. The movie examines how survivors of violence attempt to rebuild their lives while facing new threats that mirror previous traumas.
Should you watch it?
“Sidney Prescott faces a new string of killings two years after the original Woodsboro murders.”
- continuation of the Woodsboro story
- directed by Wes Craven
- depicts violent killings
Watch it if you enjoy suspenseful horror films following the events of the original story.
The film contains sequences of violence and the presence of a costumed killer.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the film released?
The film was released in 1997.
Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Wes Craven.
Who wrote the film?
The film was written by Kevin Williamson.
What is the premise of the story?
Sidney Prescott acclimates to college life while a new series of killings occurs.
Is this a sequel?
Yes, the film follows the events of the Woodsboro murders.