Witchboard 2: The Devil's Doorway

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"Everyone's dying to play."
  • R
  • 1993
  • 1 hr 38 min
  • 5.0  (1,965)

In 1993, the sequel to the cult classic slasher film, Witchboard, was released under the title Witchboard 2: The Devil's Doorway. The film, directed by Kevin Tenney, follows Paige (played by Ami Dolenz) - a young artist who moves into a new apartment in Los Angeles with her boyfriend, Russell (played by Christopher Michael Moore). Paige is fascinated by the occult and finds an old Ouija board in her new apartment, but her curiosity quickly turns deadly as she unwittingly unleashes an evil spirit.

Laraine Newman plays Elaine, Paige's landlady who warns her about the dangers of using the Ouija board. However, Paige ignores Elaine's warning and plays with the board with her friends anyway. They soon realize that the Ouija board is not just a toy, and the spirit they have contacted is not a friendly one. As the spirit grows stronger, Paige finds herself being haunted and tormented by the malevolent force.

Witchboard 2: The Devil's Doorway is a horror movie that deals with the consequences of playing with dark forces beyond our control. The film explores the dangers of Ouija boards and the potential consequences of contacting the dead. Although the film is not as well-known as its predecessor, Witchboard 2 is still considered to be a cult classic among horror fans.

The movie is a cross between a slasher and a supernatural flick, with plenty of gore and suspenseful moments. The film's use of special effects is impressive, especially considering the low budget. The filmmakers wisely opted for practical effects rather than relying on cheap CGI. The makeup and gore effects are particularly well done, adding to the film's overall creepiness.

One of the strengths of Witchboard 2 is its cast. Ami Dolenz delivers a solid performance as the lead character, Paige. She manages to make the audience care about her character, despite some poor decision-making on Paige's part. Christopher Michael Moore is also excellent as Russell, Paige's loving but clueless boyfriend. Laraine Newman, best known for her work on Saturday Night Live, plays Elaine with a mixture of humor and gravitas, offering some much-needed comic relief to the otherwise dark story.

The film is not without its flaws, however. Some of the dialogue is a bit clunky, and the pacing can be slow at times. Some viewers might find the characters' decisions to use the Ouija board and investigate the evil spirit to be frustratingly stupid. However, these flaws are minor and do not detract from the overall enjoyment of the film.

Despite being a sequel, Witchboard 2 stands on its own as a solid horror movie. The film's original story, impressive special effects, and strong cast make it worth watching. While it may not be as well-known as other horror films from the 90s, Witchboard 2: The Devil's Doorway is a hidden gem that deserves more recognition.

Witchboard 2: The Devil's Doorway is a 1993 mystery with a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.0.

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  • Release Date
    1993
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Runtime
    1 hr 38 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.0  (1,965)