The ABC's of Death 2 is a horror anthology film directed by various filmmakers from around the world. The film is a sequel to The ABC's of Death, which was released in 2012. The movie features 26 different short films, one for each letter of the alphabet, that each depict a different way to die. The film begins with a short titled "A is for Amateur," directed by E.L. Katz. The short is about a man who films himself committing a series of murders for an online audience. From there, the film moves on to other shorts such as "B is for Badger," "C is for Capital Punishment," "D is for Deloused," and "E is for Equilibrium."
Each short has its own unique style and tone, with some being more comedic and others being more gruesome. The different filmmakers bring their own perspectives and cultural backgrounds to the project, resulting in a diverse range of approaches to the horror genre.
One of the standout shorts is "M is for Masticate," directed by Robert Boocheck. This short follows a man who is eating a sandwich when he suddenly realizes that his tongue is missing. The camera follows him as he frantically searches for his missing tongue, culminating in a gruesome, yet darkly humorous, ending.
Another memorable short is "T is for Torture Porn," directed by Jen and Sylvia Soska. This short satirizes the "torture porn" sub-genre of horror films, which often feature graphic depictions of violence and gore. The short follows a group of filmmakers who are making their own torture porn film, but things take a deadly turn when they start to become too invested in the violence they are creating.
While some of the shorts are more effective than others, the overall experience of watching The ABC's of Death 2 is entertaining and engaging. The film moves at a brisk pace, with each short clocking in at only a few minutes long. This allows the viewer to experience a wide variety of horror scenarios without getting bogged down in any one story.
The film also features a range of special effects, from practical makeup and practical effects to digital effects. The effects are generally well done and help to sell the horror scenarios depicted in each short.
Overall, The ABC's of Death 2 is an enjoyable horror anthology that offers something for fans of the genre. While some shorts are stronger than others, the film as a whole is engaging and entertaining.
