The first reactions to A Quiet Place Part II promise a worthy sequel that expands the world and features excellent performances. When A Quiet Place was released in 2018, it didn't take long for the film to become a success story. With excellent direction from John Krasinski and a thrilling story, the movie quickly surpassed expectations at the box office. It grossed $340 million worldwide and immediately sparked sequel discussions.
The second entry in the franchise was confirmed to be in development later that year, with Krasinski returning to write and direct. Despite toying with many story ideas, Krasinski settled on the concept of A Quiet Place 2 continuing the story of the Abbott family. This allowed Emily Blunt, Noah Jupe, and Millicent Simmonds to return, with Krasinski also returning to his on-screen role through flashbacks. Expectations for A Quiet Place 2 have been high ever since, and they only continued to rise with a fantastic marketing campaign.
To the delight of many, the first screenings of A Quiet Place Part II have happened, and reactions to Paramount's sequel have been allowed to be shared on social media. The good news continues as the early response to the film is overwhelmingly positive. Here are some spoiler-free reactions to the film ahead of its release in a few weeks.
Although these reactions are collected from a small sample size, the collective praise and shared highlights are noteworthy. One of the biggest takeaways is Krasinski's talent as a director shining through yet again. The reactions praise his ability to create tension and scares amid an emotional story. It's also reassuring to hear that A Quiet Place 2 manages to keep sound as essential and effective as the first film. The original's use of sound design is what helped set it apart in the thriller genre, but recapturing that magic could've easily gone wrong, or been less effective this time around.
In addition to the technical side of A Quiet Place 2, it is promising to hear that the sequel expands the world in new directions that aren't contrived. The decision to continue following the Abbott family and flashback to earlier points in this universe appears to have paid off. Not only is this good news for A Quiet Place 2, but it is also proof the franchise could continue beyond the new installment. If the general audience reacts as positively to A Quiet Place Part II as these early reactions, then the film should be well on its way to becoming a hit - just as it is projected to be.
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