Watch Ginger Snaps 2: Unleashed
- R
- 2004
- 1 hr 33 min
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6.4 (15,090)
In "Ginger Snaps 2: Unleashed," the follow-up to the cult hit "Ginger Snaps," Emily Perkins and Katharine Isabelle reprise their roles as sisters Brigitte and Ginger Fitzgerald. However, this time, Brigitte is on her own as she tries to outrun her own werewolf transformation. Picking up immediately after the ending of the first film, Brigitte has now become infected with the same werewolf curse that once plagued her sister. She attempts to suppress the transformation by injecting herself with monkshood, but the drug only lasts for so long before she needs another dose.
In her search for more monkshood, Brigitte finds herself in a rehab clinic where she meets a fellow addict named Ghost (Tatiana Maslany). Ghost quickly becomes Brigitte's ally as they both share a need to escape the clinic and outrun their addictions.
However, Brigitte's werewolf side is starting to take over, and she's finding it harder to keep her true nature hidden. On top of that, there's a serial killer on the loose, and the residents of the small town surrounding the clinic are all in danger.
As Brigitte struggles to control her transformation and survive the attacks from the killer, she uncovers a sinister connection between the clinic and the town's residents. With the help of Ghost and a young orderly named Tyler (Brendan Fletcher), she sets out to stop the killer and put an end to the town's dark secrets.
"Ginger Snaps 2: Unleashed" is a darker and grittier take on the werewolf genre. It explores themes of addiction and identity while still delivering a thrilling horror storyline. Emily Perkins gives a standout performance as Brigitte, showing the character's vulnerability and strength as she fights against herself and the outside world.
The film's cinematography is also noteworthy, with a desaturated color palette that gives the story a grim and foreboding atmosphere. Director Brett Sullivan incorporates plenty of gruesome practical effects to showcase the werewolf transformations and kills, making for a thrilling and bloody ride.
Overall, "Ginger Snaps 2: Unleashed" is a must-see for fans of the original and for anyone who enjoys a good horror film. It's a unique take on the werewolf subgenre, and it's worth checking out for the strong performances and thrilling storyline alone.
Ginger Snaps 2: Unleashed is a 2004 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 33 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.4.