‘The Nun II’ Wins the Box Office for the Third Week Straight
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The highly anticipated sequel to the worldwide smash hit, "The Nun II," directed by Michael Chaves, has not only met but surpassed the lofty expectations set for it. Holding the top spot at the box office for an impressive three consecutive weekends, this horror film has grossed over $69 million domestically and a staggering $200 million worldwide.
Set in 1956 France, the story unfolds around the mysterious murder of a priest and the malevolent evil spreading its dark influence. The film revisits Sister Irene, once again portrayed by Taissa Farmiga, as she confronts Valak, the sinister demon nun that haunted her in the original movie. Jonas Bloquet and Bonnie Aarons also reprise their roles, with fresh faces like Storm Reid and Anna Popplewell adding to the star-studded cast.
‘’An unholy trinity of terror.” Forbes
This latest installment in The Conjuring Universe franchise has been touted as "one of the best spin-off features in the series" by Forbes, while Collider praised it for bringing "the whole universe together in an inventive and engaging way."
Audiences too have shown their appreciation, with a Certified Audience Score of 73 percent on Rotten Tomatoes. As the eighth movie in the franchise, "The Nun II" stands as a testament to the series' lasting appeal and ability to consistently deliver gripping horror.
“The Nun II” is playing in theaters now and will be available for licensing from Swank soon.