About Scary Movie 2

Scary Movie 2, released in 2001, was directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans and was the second film in the Scary Movie franchise. The movie lampoons several horror films, with a primary focus on "The Haunting." The plot revolves around a group of college students who are invited to a haunted house for a school project and the absurd, comedic horror that ensues.

Making / Production

The movie was produced by Dimension Films and distributed by Miramax Films. It was shot over 10 weeks, with filming locations including Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Actors

• Anna Faris as Cindy Campbell: Anna reprised her role from the first Scary Movie, playing the stereotypically blond and naive female lead.
• Regina Hall as Brenda Meeks: Regina provided comedy relief with sharp and funny retorts throughout the film.
• Marlon Wayans as Shorty Meeks: Marlon, also returning from the first film, played the role of the comedic stoner.
• James DeBello as Tommy: James played the role of the class clown in the group of college kids.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The mansion used in the film is the same one used in the Harrison Ford movie "The Fugitive."
• This is the only film in the Scary Movie franchise where Anna Faris and Regina Hall share a bedroom.

Awards

While the film was not critically acclaimed, Marlon Wayans did receive a nomination for Best Actor in a Comedy at the 2002 Teen Choice Awards.

Quotes

• "Cindy, this is just some bones. Would you run from Calista Flockhart?" - Shorty
• "Actually, I do know what Uranus looks like." - Ray

Music, Soundtrack

• "Shake Ya Ass" by Mystikal: Played during the opening credits.
• "Ride Wit Me" by Nelly: A track played during a comedic party scene.