Horror Documentary Faces of Death Collection

Faces of Death II

Name: Faces of Death II
Director: John Alan Schwartz
Genre: Horror, Documentary
Released: 1981-01-01
Duration: 78 min
Rating: 3.9
Cast: Michael Carr, John Hinckley Jr.

1981Dir. John Alan Schwartz1h 18m

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Faces of Death II is a curious follow-up to the original, diving deeper into the macabre. This one bumps along with a mix of real and staged scenes that really blur the line between documentary and horror. You get glimpses of mortality that are raw and unsettling, like the reality of death caught on camera. The pacing feels uneven, oscillating between genuine shock and semi-scripted antics, which maybe makes it feel like a strange experiment in viewing mortality. The practical effects, though not always convincing, add a layer of grit that’s hard to shake. It's fascinating to see how they navigate themes of life and death, but the overall atmosphere? It's heavy, dark, and sure to provoke a reaction – if that’s your kind of thing.

Features a mix of real accidents and staged contentControversial for its themes and presentationProvides a grim exploration of mortality