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Scream Directors Announce Horror Comedy Sequel Fans Demanded For Years
By Jacob VanGundy
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The directors behind the modern Scream films are bringing back the movie that helped put them in the spotlight with Ready or Not 2. The original won fans and critics over, putting the filmmaking collective called Radio Silence on the map. It also helped to elevate its star, Samara Weaving, into a household name.
Ready Or Not 2 Is Officially Happening
Ready or Not 2 will continue the world of the original 2019 hit. It featured Samara Weaving as Grace, a woman marrying into an elite family with an ancient deal with the devil. That deal forces the family to play a lethal game of hide-and-seek, with the family having to hunt Grace down and ritually murder her before dawn.
Not much is known about Ready or Not 2 just yet, with the sequel’s announcement coming back in October with minimal details. There are some familiar names attached to the film, with the first film’s writers Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy returning along with its star, Samara Weaving. No director has been announced for the sequel, but the return of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillet is a possibility due to the continued involvement of Radio Silence.
The casting of Ready or Not 2 could be particularly interesting, as the first film ended with almost every character dead. Samara Weaving was joined in the original movie by Adam Brody, Mark O’Brien, Henry Czernie, and Andie MacDowell among others. Of course, with the movie’s supernatural premise, a character dying in the first movie doesn’t necessarily mean they can’t come back for the sequel.
The Original Was A Big Hit
Radio Silence and Weaving will be trying to recreate the first movie’s success with Ready or Not 2. It earned $57.6 million on a budget of only $6 million, making it a huge financial success. It was a hit with horror fans and it also won critics over, earning a stellar 89 percent on Rotten Tomatoes.
After the success of the original movie, Radio Silence became much more active in the world of horror, Ready or Not 2 could help keep that momentum going. They took the reins on the beloved Scream franchise, successfully bringing back Wes Craven’s iconic 90s meta-slasher. They also put out another original film earlier this year with Abigail, a movie about a group of criminals who unwittingly kidnap a child vampire.
Samara Weaving Is Back For More
Ready or Not 2 will also see Samara Weaving returning to one of her breakout roles. Already an established TV actress and model, the first movie helped cement Weaving as a scream queen, a reputation the actress has leaned into. While she has appeared outside of horror in movies like Guns Akimbo and Nine Perfect Strangers, she has continued to act in horror movies like 2022’s Azrael.
It’s not clear when fans can expect Ready or Not 2, but the fact that the movie is happening at all is exciting news. With so many people returning from the original, there’s plenty of reason to be optimistic about the horror sequel. Fans should be on the lookout for casting news and shooting dates in the coming months now that the film has been announced.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
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This Alienware curved ultrawide monitor is a stellar deal at under $300
SAVE $50: As of July 28, the Alienware 34-inch curved ultrawide gaming monitor (AW3425DWM) is on sale for only $299.99 at Amazon. That’s $50 off its current list price and just $30 away from its lowest price ever.
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Gaming hardware tends to come with outrageous price tags, especially curved ultrawide gaming monitors. But every once in awhile, we come across a deal that stops us in our tracks. The Alienware AW3425DWN monitor is that deal.
As of July 28, you can get the Alienware 34-inch curved ultrawide gaming monitor (AW3425DWM) for only $299.99 at Amazon. While it originally retailed for $399.99 (which is still a stellar price), the monitor recently got a permanent price drop to $349.99. Now it’s even cheaper with an extra $50 discount.
If you’re wondering why the monitor is so cheap, there are a few main factors. One, it’s a VA panel, which can often have issues with smearing and motion handling, depending on the game. On the other hand, it has deeper blacks and better contrast than an IPS panel and you don’t have to worry about burn-in as you do with an OLED panel. For what it’s worth, users on Reddit have mostly excellent things to say about the AW3425DWM.
The 1500R curved panel wraps the game around you and is pretty steep, which may take a bit of getting used to. You’ll be fully immersed in any game or world you choose. As Redditors have pointed out, it also serves as a great all-rounder for productivity and web browsing as well as gaming.
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The 180Hz refresh rate and 1ms response rate aren’t the highest around, but they should serve most gamers just fine. Plus, for the price, it’s honestly hard to complain. Other perks include AMD FreeSync Premium, VESA Adaptive Sync Technology, VESA DisplayHDR 400, WQHD resolution, plenty of ports, and a small footprint design with an adjustable base. Any way you slice it, it’s hard to believe it’s under $300.
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Level up your content creation toolkit with 35% off the DJI Mic 3
SAVE $76: As of July 28, get the DJI Mic 3 (1 TX + 1 RX) for $143 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $219. That’s a discount of 35%.
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Whether you’re a content creator or just looking for a great mic to enhance your personal recordings, DJI is where it’s at when it comes to excellent audio equipment. True, the company may be famous primarily for its drones, but its microphones are some of the best tech on its roster, and it’s a good idea to grab a DJI mic when it’s on sale—like right now.
As of July 28, get the DJI Mic 3 (1 TX + 1 RX) for $143 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $219. That’s $76 off and a discount of 35%.
This tiny mic is perfect for recording interviews, giving your videos better, clearer narration, or just making sure you’re capturing spoken words that you want in your content. This particular bundle comes with one transmitter, one receiver, a charging case, and Lightning and USB-C phone adapters to get you started recording right away.
This pocket-sized mic is great for taking on the go. You can throw it into a bag or keep it on you while traveling, and it’s small and out of the way. It’s possible to pair up to four transmitters with a receiver to sync audio, and it’s unobtrusive in just about every setting. Plus, it has adjustable voice tones, adaptive gain control, and a slew of other features to help make the audio you capture perfect for any use case.
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If you’re ready for a significant upgrade for your content creation supply kit, this mic will be an invaluable addition, especially at this price.
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Zafros new smart dehumidifier just launched with a 10% discount
SAVE $33: As of July 28, the Zafro 150-Pint Smart Dehumidifier is down to $296.99 at Amazon. That’s a 10% discount off its $329.99 list price.
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The Zafro 150-Pint Smart Dehumidifier is currently $296.99 at Amazon, down from $329.99. It covers spaces up to 7,500 square feet, so it’s a solid pick if you’re dealing with a big basement or a larger area rather than just one damp room.
It uses an advanced compressor system designed around Zafro’s “Silent by Nature” approach, keeping things quiet without sacrificing power. It comes with a 2.11-gallon water tank and a drain hose, so you don’t have to empty it manually constantly. It also meets the newer, stricter Energy Star 6.0 certification, meaning it runs efficiently without spiking your electricity bill.
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There’s ambient lighting built around the humidity readings, cycling through yellow, green, or red depending on how humid the room is, so you can get a quick glance at the room’s conditions without checking the display.
It’s WiFi-enabled with six smart presets, including a dedicated Laundry Mode that speeds up drying damp clothes. You get full remote control through the Zafro app, plus a 24-hour timer and safety features like a child lock, auto-defrost, and auto-shutoff when the tank’s full — useful if you’ve got kids or pets around.
Musty room? Not for long — grab Zafro’s dehumidifier for $296.99 at Amazon.
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