The Hills Have Eyes II Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Radioactive hillbillies want to make more radioactive hillbillies, and the National Guard gets in the way.

🍿 The Hills Have Eyes II: Detailed Plot Synopsis

National Guard Training Mission

A group of National Guard trainees is sent to a remote outpost in the New Mexico desert on what is supposed to be their last day of training. Their mission is to resupply a team of scientists and soldiers stationed there. The area, known as Sector 16, is supposedly monitored for nuclear radiation due to past testing.

Discovery and Distress Signal

Upon arriving, the trainees find the camp deserted and eerily silent. They soon pick up a faint distress signal emanating from the surrounding hills. Driven by duty and curiosity, their sergeant leads a team into the hills to investigate, unaware of the horrors that await them. This sets the stage for a deadly encounter with the mutant inhabitants.

Mutant Attack and Descent into the Mines

The trainees are ambushed by a vicious group of deformed mutants, descendants of miners affected by the nuclear testing. As the mutants pick them off one by one, the survivors are forced to descend into a labyrinthine network of underground mines to escape. Inside, they face a desperate battle for survival against the relentless and bloodthirsty creatures.

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🎬 Cast & Characters

• Missy (Daniella Alonso): A National Guard trainee who demonstrates resilience while facing the mutant threat.
• Crank (Jacob Vargas): A National Guard trainee who fights to survive against the brutal mutants.
• Papa Hades (Michael Bailey Smith): The imposing leader of the mutant family, driven by primal instincts.
• Han (Archie Kao): A National Guard trainee, part of the group facing the mutant threat.
• Amber (Jessica Stroup): A National Guard trainee who transforms when facing the mutant threat.
• Napoleon (Michael McMillian): The outcast of the group who finds the courage to fight the mutants.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Amber: “Who was that guy?” – Amber asks this after a bizarre encounter with one of the mutants during their ordeal.
• Napoleon: “Shitman the Barbarian, I have no idea!” – Napoleon responds sarcastically to Amber’s question, highlighting the absurdity of their situation.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $15,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $20,804,166
• Worldwide Gross: $37,697,773

💥 The Hills Have Eyes II Reviews

Personal Review

I walked into this one not expecting much, and honestly, it met those expectations. It’s not a *terrible* movie, but it’s definitely a step down from the first remake. The military aspect felt a little forced, and the characters weren’t as compelling, but it delivered on the gore factor. I will say, that opening scene was pretty shocking, definitely caught me off guard. If you’re a fan of the genre and just want some mindless violence, it’ll do the trick, but don’t expect any deep storytelling.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of gory horror films”
  • “Viewers who enjoy military-themed horror”
  • “Those interested in creature features with mutant antagonists”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Intense violence and gore”
  • “Rape and sexual assault”
  • “Strong language”
  • “Disturbing images”

Professional Reviews

• IMDB: “A lazy attempt to cash in on the first film, ‘The Hills Have Eyes 2’ replaces civilian characters with soldiers who are crude caricatures. The movie falls back on every hackneyed genre cliché, while offering nothing new to the desert mutant mythology. Tedious chased-through-dark-corridors scenario.
• IMDB: “Where the original remake was disturbing, the second time around it’s rehashed hand-me-downs. There’s no style, no grit. It tries to build up tension by dismembering bodies, when all it really does is make for a been there, done that kind film, where even the gore seems tame compared to more recent bloodbaths.
• IMDB: “While ‘THHE2’ is entertaining in that you’ll laugh a lot and cringe and probably say ‘oh sh*t!’ the horrible military characters don’t seem to know the first thing about combat. There was more violence, gore, and a higher body count than the first one but I am still am debating whether that cancels out my feeling throughout the whole movie about how ridiculous it is.

Audience Reactions

Some viewers found it more enjoyable than the remake due to increased action and more intense scenes.: Many horror fans appreciated the plentiful gore and the suspenseful atmosphere.

Some viewers thought characters were unoriginal and uninspired: The film fails to provide likable or sympathetic characters.

Overall Consensus: While some fans appreciated the increased gore and action, most found it a less compelling and original sequel compared to the first remake.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Wes Craven originally intended Brenda from the first film to enlist in the National Guard and confront the mutants again, but the actress was unavailable due to her commitment to ‘Lost’.”
• “The film was shot in Ouarzazate, Morocco, providing a realistic desert backdrop.”
• “The unrated version of the film is almost a minute longer than the theatrical release, featuring extended scenes of gore and violence.”

🖥️ How to Watch The Hills Have Eyes II?

The Hills Have Eyes II is available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar Indonesia. Purchase or rental options can be found on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV, but availability may vary by region. Check your local streaming services for the most up-to-date information.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed The Hills Have Eyes II, you might like these similar films:

• The Descent (2005): Both films feature a group of people trapped in a claustrophobic environment battling monstrous creatures.
• Wrong Turn (2003): Features a group of people being hunted by deformed cannibalistic hillbillies.
• Dog Soldiers (2002): A group of soldiers on a training mission encounters a deadly enemy, resulting in a fight for survival.

🛒 The Hills Have Eyes II Related Products

• The Hills Have Eyes (Unrated): Experience the original chilling remake, featuring the family’s first encounter with the mutants. Get it for a side-by-side movie experience.
• Radioactive Waste Hazard Suit Costume: Become your own mutant with this hazmat suit costume! Perfect for Halloween, cosplay, or even the next time you hit the desert!
• Survival Knife Set: Be prepared for anything with a high-quality survival knife set. Perfect for camping, hiking, and battling cannibalistic mutants in the desert.
• Radioactive Barrel Prop: Adds a creepy touch to any room by placing this prop in the corner.

🎧 Soundtrack

The Hills Have Eyes II features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Own Little World (Remorse Code Remix)” – performed by Celldweller

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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Halloween Special: The “True Story” of The Hills Have Eyes | Fascinating Horror

Ever wondered if The Hills Have Eyes was based on a real story? This video dives into the gruesome legend of Sawney Bean, a Scottish cannibal that might’ve inspired the film. It’s pretty creepy stuff, but super interesting!

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