4/5 "The Knowledge Of Death Changes Everything"
  by Brian E. Erland (CA - USA)
When it comes to filming sequels there's a strong tendency to proceed with the philosophy "more is better". More gore, more special effects, more characters in jeopardy, etc... In doing so one takes the risk of losing that intangible element that made the first film a success. Well the film 'Saw II' did just that, more of everything. But you know what? It worked beautifully!

'Saw II' was successful in taking all the successful elements from the first film; expanding the cast, improving the effects, intensifying the psychological angst and physical gore while maintaining a strong narrative continuity with the original movie. Even more impressive was the manner in which they were able to have so many new things going on and still add psychological depth and breath to an already great protagonist (Jigsaw played by Tobin Bell).

There are a lot of clever and unexpected twists and turns in this one that really leave an already strong storyline up to many more sequels to come!

Almost forgot, I loved Shawnee Smith in the role of Amanda.

5/5 Oh yes...There Will Be Blood
  by Sebastian Sanjurjo (Miami FL)
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5/5 SAWesome !!
  by Robert Rodriguez (New Jersey)
We are huge horror fans, and if you liked the first one, you will love saw II. When saw one came out in theaters it brought a totally different type of scare to horror fans. It is not just your typical slashers movie that's has been done to death !! no pun intended,, It's mind bending horror you will enjoy!!
I really don't want to say to much.
The Saw Movies are going to be classics!
Jigsaw will be the next Freddy Krueger,
Thanks,
Robert.

4/5 SAW II
  by Shane J. Greene
Look, I know that a lot of people discredit the Saw franchise because a) they can seem to be normal slasher flicks or of the like, b) it is a franchise that seems to be in it for the money, not necessarily the development of the plot. However, if you happen to have a more conservative outlook on crime and punishment, then these movies might be for you, if you do not mind extreme blood and gore that is. However, if you do decide to get these movies, just watch it from the first one, otherwise you kinda kill the thrill, but that's just me.

4/5 Sequel Served, Which Leaves You Hungry For More
  by Untitled (nowhere)
People often complain that sequals sometimes hurt a series by adding more of a story, depleting of what power the original movie had. ANd plus, let's face it, it takes a real genius to not have an intial movie idea go stale. Hey, look at the Alien series. Was it really necessary to add a story about a cloned Ripley? But unlike those movies, Saw 2 has a purpose. And it also, with every movie, gives more characters to dissect and hate upon, even if they are FICTION (very important). And besides, one of the best things about Saw is the torture scenes, and Saw 2 does that very well. So therefore, I think a follow-up to the first one is necessary.

Anyway, Saw 2 is roughly the same premise. The Jigsaw killer has recruited a whole new batch of people, who once again share something similar with one another. Aside from some cool shots of the lair and the backstory of John Kramer Of course, this isn't great, so once again, we all get to watch with glee as each character gets hostile with one another (hehehe). Of course, that means watching more people get into torture traps, which are anything but repeated. More torture traps are actually shown in motion, unlike. Sure, it's not the focal point of it (unlike Hostel, which is lame), but, hey, the traps rule.

Saw 2 also has some character development. Besides giving more characters to chew upon, this is the first time in the series than I have developed hatred or feelings towards the characters. Virtually everyone is negatively portrayed, which, in my opinion, makes all the suffering and fighting these people are going through a lot more pleasureable to watch. I love to hate the brawn over brains We get to know a bit about The Jigsaw Killer, which is, valuable information, kind of eeire to see how he became a "killer". And one other thing, after watching this (I just started 3), I HATE ERIC MATTHEWS. WHAT A JERK!

The basics of the series remain the same, although once this movie is done, you will once again be begging for more. So pick up Saw and come for second helpings. And when your done, you will be wanting a third helping.

B-