Viewers will be engrossed by the mystery and eventual revelation of the film and entertained by the racier scenes. The plot in this second film is far more dramatic and complex than that of the first film. Dornan and Johnson are natural and charismatic, while delivering dramatic moments and lines with commendable poise and believability. James’ work closely and delivers an interpretation that honors the book as best as can be achieved in a film adaptation. There are undoubtedly some eyebrow-raising moments that will prove entertaining for those who choose to watch the film in theaters - nervous laughter was a frequent occurrence at the DC Press Screening.Īs with the first film, “Fifty Shades Darker” follows E. Although there are still many moments of humorous tension between the characters in this film, there is also a greater sense of familiarity and chemistry between the two.įurthermore, as “Fifty Shades” fans will expect, the film does not hold back in its portrayal of Christian and Ana’s intimate encounters. “Fifty Shades Darker” is thus aptly named, as it delves into the dramatic, tortured history of a seemingly perfect man.ĭakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan return as Anastasia and Christian and improve upon the sense of the awkwardness between them in the first film. However, as noble as Christian’s desire to change is, he cannot escape his dark history and soon, Anastasia must come face-to-face with those scorned by the man she loves. After reconnecting at a photography exhibit, Ana decides to give Christian another chance and agrees to attempt a “normal” relationship with him. Viewers are then placed back in Seattle, seemingly days after the events that concluded the first film, as Anastasia comes to terms with her recent breakup. “Fifty Shades Darker” opens exploring Christian’s past, a scene that proves to be of great significance throughout the film.
Returning to the risqué world of Steele and Grey can be a quite a heady experience as the film’s central characters become increasingly complex, their relationship becomes increasingly emotionally charged - and electric to watch.
James, this film continues the story of Anastasia Steele, a recent college graduate, and her tortured love interest, full-time young billionaire and part-time sexual dominant Christian Grey. Bolder, darker and intensely intimate, “Fifty Shades Darker” is the much-anticipated sequel to the global sensation “Fifty Shades of Grey.” Based on the erotic romantic trilogy by E.