In this episode of Scream Creeps, Jeremy and Josh return to discuss the viral horror sensation Terrifier 2. Following up on their review of the first film, the hosts dive into the 2022 sequel that shocked audiences and became a massive box office success (earning $15 million on a $250k budget).
The conversation is dominated by the film's extreme gore, which the hosts agree far surpasses the original. They break down the most notorious moments, including the "bedroom scene" involving Allie, which was so brutal it reportedly caused theatergoers to vomit. Josh admits the movie was so gross he likely won't watch it again. However, they praise the practical effects and the performance of David Howard Thornton, noting that Art the Clown leans more into his "clown" persona this time around. They also discuss the introduction of the new final girl, Sienna Shaw, the supernatural elements surrounding Art's resurrection, and the bizarre mid-credits scene involving the first film's survivor, Victoria.
Key Highlights [01:36] Box Office Miracle: The hosts discuss the massive financial success of the film and the announcement of
Terrifier 3 with a bigger budget.
[05:41] The Laundromat Scene: A look at the bizarre and disturbing scene where a naked Art the Clown plays patty-cake with a supernatural entity.
[12:42] The Bedroom Scene: A deep dive into the movie's most infamous kill sequence involving Allie, featuring scalping, bleach, and bone-breaking that pushed the boundaries of the slasher genre.
[21:57] The Shotgun Kill: The crew reacts to the shocking moment Art uses a sawed-off shotgun to blow the mom's face off, subverting the expectation of a knife kill.
[25:43] Supernatural Elements: A discussion on the confusing lore, including Sienna's resurrection, the magical sword, and why Art targeted her family specifically.
[28:53] The Mid-Credits Scene: The hosts break down the grotesque ending where Victoria gives birth to Art the Clown's living head in a mental institution.