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The Conjuring 2
Movie

The Conjuring 2

2016 • Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Woke Score
1
out of 10

Plot

In 1977, paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren travel to London, England, where single mother Peggy Hodgson believes that something evil is in her home. When Peggy's youngest daughter starts showing signs of demonic possession, Ed and Lorraine attempt to help the besieged girl, only to find themselves targeted by the malicious spirits.

Overall Series Review

The film focuses on the true-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren as they travel to 1977 London to assist the Hodgson family, who are being terrorized by a demonic entity. The narrative centers entirely on the strength of faith, the bond of family, and the objective reality of good versus evil. The core conflict is a spiritual battle where the only effective weapons are Christian faith, love, and selfless courage. The relationship between Ed and Lorraine Warren is depicted as a deeply committed, complementary partnership where both partners rely on their distinct strengths—Ed as the supportive protector and Lorraine as the spiritually gifted anchor. The story presents a traditional view of the family unit, which is under siege from malevolent forces, and positions faith and established moral structures as the necessary bulwark against chaos. The film makes no attempt to deconstruct social norms or introduce modern political commentary, remaining a straight-forward religious horror story.

Categorical Breakdown

Identity Politics1/10

The plot is a simple spiritual conflict based on real-life accounts from the 1970s, focused entirely on two white families of different social classes. The narrative does not utilize race or social hierarchy as a factor in the conflict or its resolution. Characters are defined by their spiritual strength and courage, embodying a universal meritocracy of the soul. Casting is historically and geographically authentic to the time and place of the true story.

Oikophobia1/10

The central conflict is the defense of a home and the traditional family unit against a literal demon. The institutions of the family, the church, and the Christian faith are presented as the essential shields against the evil chaos. The narrative demonstrates deep respect for the sacrifices of the protagonists and their Christian heritage as they fight to protect a working-class English family. The film champions, rather than demonizes, home culture and faith.

Feminism2/10

The core relationship between Ed and Lorraine Warren is a partnership built on distinct, complementary roles and mutual love. Lorraine's unique clairvoyance is portrayed as a critical, God-given gift that saves the day, making her a powerful and indispensable lead. However, the film avoids the 'Girl Boss' trope; her power is spiritual and complementary to Ed's role as protector and man of action, with masculinity being protective and necessary. The story revolves around saving the mother and children, celebrating the family structure rather than presenting motherhood as a prison.

LGBTQ+1/10

The story is exclusively centered on the heterosexual marriage of the Warrens and the conventional nuclear-by-structure, though single-parent, Hodgson family. The film contains no focus on alternative sexualities, gender ideology, or commentary on deconstructing the nuclear family. The presentation of sexuality and family structure is entirely normative for the time period depicted, without political or ideological lecturing.

Anti-Theism1/10

The film functions as an explicit affirmation of Christian faith and objective morality. The forces of evil are literal demons who recoil from religious symbols and are defeated only by a direct application of transcendent Christian truth and faith. The Warrens are portrayed as devoutly Catholic heroes, and their faith is the explicit source of their power to overcome the malevolent entity. The story actively rejects moral relativism by positioning the demon as Objective Evil.