Five years after the events of Bloody Murder, a new crop of kids have been sent home and the counselors have a couple of days to clean and close up Camp Placid Pines. Tracy (Katy Woodruff) is hoping to discover what happened to her brother Jason, who disappeared after the last killing spree. There's still talk of the maniac Trevor Moorehouse, and still the same doubts about his existence. But someone is again slaughtering the counselors one by one, and Tracy focuses on an unexpected suspect, her boyfriend Mike (Kelly Gunning), who is caught on tape in an incriminating video. But is it really Mike who's behind the gruesome deaths, or could it be Tracy's boss, Rick (Arthur Benjamin) or somebody else?
Bloody Murder 2 is an improvement over the first installment, as it has better lensing, a much better musical score, and a more interesting cast. Katy Woodruff is at times a bit weak in the lead, but the other performances are generally solid and professional. Bloody Murder 2 is also gorier than the first film, especially the disturbing first murder in which the most likable character, James (Lane Anderson), has his legs severed by a machete (the other "kills" are not as graphic). The movie has some suspense as well, although there is little originality to the story. Tiffany Shepis as Angela and John Colton as the sheriff are especially notable cast members. These two actors had a very many credits aside from BM2. Benjamin and Anderson had only one or two credits in total although both were appealing and adept actors.
Verdict: A minor-league but creditable slasher flick. **1/2.
Used to love this genre growing up. Friday the 13th, Nightmare on Elm St, My Bloody Valentine, and I am sure I saw this one too when the first Blockbuster opened.
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Blockbuster! -- brings back memories! Yes, this would have been one of theirs!
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