Many viewers were frustrated that the sequel replaced the "man in the walls" explanation from the first film with a standard "possessed doll" trope.
Following a violent home invasion in London that leaves her son, Jude, mute and herself suffering from PTSD, Liza and her husband Sean move to the countryside to recuperate. While exploring the nearby woods, Jude unearths a lifelike porcelain doll named Brahms. Brahms: The Boy II
Jude begins communicating through the doll and insists on following a strict set of "rules". As strange and violent events occur—including a disturbing "croquet accident"—Liza discovers the dark history of the Heelshire mansion and the doll’s malevolent influence over her son. Many viewers were frustrated that the sequel replaced
Reviewers from RogerEbert.com and Film Threat described it as a "boring cash grab" that failed to explore the deeper psychological themes of trauma it initially presented. Watch or Skip? Jude begins communicating through the doll and insists
While some praised the moody cinematography and solid performances from Holmes and Ineson, many found the film lacked genuine scares and relied on tired clichés.
as Sean, Liza's husband who initially dismisses her concerns.