One of the best horror sequels of all time. Clive Barker takes us on a descent into hell...I love this movie...it holds up incredibly well over time. The first Hellraiser was original for its time and the sequel stands up to it in every way. A lot was accomplished in these first two films with storytelling, special effects, and overall tone. A wonderful brooding soundtrack by Christopher Young expands on the whole world that we are shown. Pinhead and his minions don't even show up until almost an hour into the film and the film doesn't suffer one bit because of that. Perfect pacing can go a long way. This was the first movie I ever snuck into...with my Dad! Even though we didn't stay for the whole thing, I'll never forget that memory.
The film opens with a lone soldier of some war toying with the Lament Configuration...we come to find out this is the fellow who will become the Prince of Pain...Pinhead!
Julia is back as the new Queen of Hell...here she is with that guy from ALIENS...and a friend...
The cenobites return...the gang's all here.
Dr. Channard becomes a central protagonist for not only Kirsty and her new friend Tiffany, but for the Cenobites as well. "And to think, I hesitated..."
A wonderful Japanese version movie poster...
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