[REC]²

2009

"Fear has a way of spreading fast"

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: [REC] ²: Fear Revisited^? 🇪🇸 ES: REC 2^? 🇩🇪 DE: [REC]² - Die nächste Dimension des Grauens^? 🇵🇹 PT: REC 2: Possuídos^? 🇯🇵 JA: REC レック2^? All international titles (9) →

Thriller Horror 84 min 6.5/10

Synopsis

[REC]² is a movie released in 2009.

[REC]² is a 2009 horror thriller directed by Paco Plaza, serving as a sequel to the acclaimed original film. The narrative picks up shortly after the events of its predecessor, immersing viewers once again in the claustrophobic and unsettling environment of a quarantined apartment building. The film introduces a new group of characters, including a SWAT team sent to investigate the mysterious occurrences within the building, creating an atmosphere of tension and fear as they confront the unknown. The film effectively utilizes the found-footage style that characterized the first installment, enhancing the immersive experience for the audience. As the characters navigate the dark corridors and encounter increasingly disturbing phenomena, the combination of realism and horror engages viewers on multiple levels. With its exploration of themes such as fear, survival, and the unknown, [REC]² builds upon the original's foundation while offering a fresh perspective on the unfolding terror, making it a noteworthy entry in the genre.

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Category	Level	Indicator
Violence	4/5
Sexual Content	1/5
Language	2/5
Drugs / Alcohol	1/5
Frightening Elements	5/5

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Violence

The film contains intense scenes of violence, including graphic depictions of injury, blood, and death.

Sexual Content

There are minimal references to sexual content, but no explicit scenes are depicted.

Language

Mild language is present, including some instances of profanity.

Drugs / Alcohol

There are brief references to alcohol consumption, but it is not a significant focus of the film.

Frightening Elements

The movie is highly frightening, featuring intense horror elements, jump scares, and a pervasive atmosphere of dread.

Summary for parents:

REC² is a found footage horror film that contains intense violence and frightening elements. Parents should be aware that the film's graphic content may be disturbing for younger viewers. It is recommended for audiences aged 13 and older due to its intense themes and imagery.

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Box Office

Budget: $5,600,000

Revenue: $18,469,680

Profit $12,869,680

ROI +229.8% (3.3x)

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[REC]² is directed by Paco Plaza .

Cast of [REC]²

Manuela Velasco

Ángela Vidal

Jonathan D. Mellor

Dr. Owen

Óscar Zafra

Jefe

David Vert

Álex

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Crew & Production

Paco Plaza

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[REC]

2007 7.4

Keywords

#zombie 37 #occult 18 #virus 14 #found footage 12 #religion and supernatural 7 #night vision 2 #gas mask 2 #blood sample 1 #freezer 1

Production Companies

Castelao Productions

Trivia & Fun Facts about [REC]²

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• The majority of [REC]² was filmed in the same apartment building in Barcelona as its predecessor, allowing for continuity in the setting and atmosphere.

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• The film features a scene where a character uses a video camera to document their surroundings, which serves as a nod to the original film's found footage style and emphasizes the theme of surveillance.

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• Director Paco Plaza and co-director Jaume Balagueró both made cameo appearances in the film, showcasing their close involvement in the project.

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• In one scene, a character is seen changing a battery for a camera, which creates a continuity error as the camera's power level shows it is still fully charged just moments before.

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• The film is part of the Spanish horror cinema resurgence that began in the early 2000s, which includes works like The Orphanage and The Others, highlighting a growing interest in psychological horror.

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• The soundtrack for [REC]² incorporates unsettling sound design that enhances the sense of dread, using ambient noises to create an immersive horror experience.

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