Basket Case 2
Director: Frank Henenlotter
Actors: Kevin VanHentenryck, Judy Grafe, Annie Ross
PlotAfter surviving the events that left them in a hospital, Duane Bradley and his deformed, telepathic twin brother Belial find refuge at Granny Ruth's secluded and mysterious haven. Granny Ruth, a kind woman who runs the home, shelters individuals with unique and monstrous deformities. Duane and Belial meet an array of bizarre characters within this sanctuary, realizing they have found a place where they can be accepted and protected from the outside world that fears and misunderstands them. Duane wrestles with his complicated feelings about his brother and their shared need for belonging.
However, the sense of security is quickly threatened when a nosy journalist starts investigating Granny Ruth's residence, putting everyone at risk of exposure. As tension mounts, Duane struggles with keeping their new family safe while battling his deteriorating mental state and the powerful bond with Belial. The reporter’s relentless pursuit unravels a series of events that drags Duane deeper into chaos, threatening to disrupt the fragile coexistence they have found. Several shocking revelations propel the story to unforeseen territories, challenging Duane’s loyalty and sanity while establishing a harrowing journey full of bizarre twists.
Writers: Frank Henenlotter
Release Date: 17 Aug 1990
Runtime: 90 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Basket Case 2, with its unique narrative and late-inning surge of insanity, offers a fun and macabre sequel, enhanced by Synapse Films’ superb Blu-ray transfer.
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