I must admit to a small, guilty pleasure. But I always rather liked the original film and as the years have passed it's also gained that gloss of cult appreciation.
So, it was with some trepidation that I watched this sequel. After all, how many sequels ever hold a candle to the original, let alone surpass it? Well, I'm not sure even this achieves the latter, but I would say it is a very creditable remake with acting and sets solid and believable. Of course the story is a nonsense gorefest, but then you're not likely to watch this seeking a cold and dispassionate appraisal of justice and retribution now, are you?!
Gorey it certainly is - and you may well watch it in bursts glimpsed through your fingers - but it is a worthy sequel and I recommend it.