Phobia 2

I found the first four stories spine-chilling but the last one was a real turn-off. Come on, why would anyone mix up comedy with horror? This comedy horror mix up works for other movies which wanna go unconventional and doesn't have a decent plot.

Phobia 2 had these 4 superb stories, this movie surpasses its prequel by ages, fortunately CG was better in this one, the make-up artist has done a fabulous job. Direction is marvelous, the guy knows when and where to pop the horror.

If I had to rate the five stories individually, 8,7,6,9,5 (out of 10).

It would have been much much better if the fifth story was placed either in between or in the beginning. Concluding, download the English subtitles and do watch this movie.

Simply put, not scary at all. Overall second rate productions.

The problem with anthology movies is that the quality of each individual story differs from the other and therefore makes it real difficult to grade the overall experience. But i will try. The first thing I noticed that there isn't a real connection between the individual stories. Other than the prominent role given to cars. This movie could have made more impact had there been a cleverer connection. Phobia 2 is very visual and doesn't rely too much on dialog. Which is very smart since this way it will appeal to a large (international) audience. Most movies were creepy and had decent buildups. There are some sequences however that didn't work for me. I got the impression whenever a scene failed to deliver on tension and suspense they replaced it with gore. Which had the complete opposite effect on me of what was intended. From the five stories there are two that stand out. These are "Backpackers" and "In the end". This last story is absolutely hilarious and scary at the same time. It is full with twists and turns that will creep you out and will make you laugh. This story alone is the reason to watch Phobia 2. To be honest (apart from some scenes) I didn't find it really scary. Stories like "Novice" and "Salvage" weren't compelling enough. And too often the loud background music announced the scares which ruined most of the surprise. Overall however I enjoyed this movie. Just don't expect too much.

Building on its predecessor, Phobia 2 expands the anthology format with darker themes, sharper storytelling, and a chilling array of horror experiences.

This Thai horror anthology comprises five short films, each exploring distinct aspects of fear. Novice delves into karma and guilt as a boy hiding from crime becomes a monk-in-training haunted by spirits. Ward examines mortality through the eyes of a young man during his eerie hospital stay. Backpackers shifts into thriller territory with a zombie-like twist. Salvage portrays a car dealer whose dishonest dealings come back to haunt her. Ultimately, it cleverly blends comedy and horror, following a film crew whose ghost story spirals into a meta-nightmare.

What makes Phobia 2 stronger than the original is its tonal diversity and thematic ambition. From morality tales rooted in Buddhist philosophy to genre-bending twists, the film captures multiple dimensions of fear-psychological, supernatural, and existential. The production values are high, with effective cinematography, strong practical effects, and pacing that sustains tension across five stories. Performances are consistently engaging, particularly in Novice and Salvage, which anchor the anthology with emotional weight.

While not every segment achieves equal impact, the collection as a whole feels richer, offering both scares and reflection. Its mix of cultural specificity and universal themes ensures it resonates with both Thai and international audiences.

Rating: 8/10 - A stronger, more ambitious anthology than its predecessor, Phobia 2 delivers a chilling mix of morality, suspense, and inventive storytelling.

"Phobia 2" is an anthology of Thai horror films made by some of Thailand's top film directors. As previous reviewers have mentioned, it's difficult to rate anthology films because they may vary wildly in quality.

"NOVICE" (by the director of "Body") is the weakest of the bunch. A delinquent teenager is dropped off at a jungle monastery by his mother who promises to pick him up "when things calm down". "Novice" has some very good ideas but ends up depending too much on loud noises and jump scares while also being somewhat dull. Great ending, weak film. 6/10 "WARD" (the directorial debut of a Thai producer) finds a teenager placed in a hospital bed next to an old man on life support after a routine bicycle accident. Strange things begin happening and the film achieves a claustrophobic "Rear Window" feel since the strong-willed teen can't movie his legs. Good but predictable. 7/10 "BACKPACKERS" (by the director of "Dorm") was my favorite. When it starts off with two silly Japanese teenagers hitchhiking in Thailand, you wonder why it's a horror movie. That's answered soon enough. Thrilling, spooky, gory and exciting. Sadly, this director has turned more to teen comedies lately. 10/10 "SALVAGE" (by the co-director of "Shutter" and "Alone") features another story about karmic justice as a woman who sells used cars gets a comeuppance that would never happen in an American movie. Also takes a while to get going, but ends up worth the time. 7/10 "IN THE END" (by the OTHER co-director of "Shutter" and "Alone", as well as "Pee Mak") is delightfully silly and a great way to end the series. You'll have to know a little bit about Thai horror (think "Scream"), acting and Thai sense of humor, so this might be the most difficult for Western audiences. Still enjoyable with a creepy ending....9/10