Fifty Shades Darker Movie Review: Bad Or Better?

The erotic film “Fifty Shades of Grey” starring Dakota Johnson  (Anastasia Steele) and Jamie Dornan (Christian Grey) has had its second installment, and it took romance to a whole new level. The film “Fifty Shades Darker” got their fans and curious spectators lured into Christian Grey’s chambers just in time for Valentine’s Day, just like the first film.

‘Fifty Shades Darker’ Movie review

As Christian Grey attempts to take Anastasia Steele back into his luxurious, glorious yet undeniably lonely life, he is confronted with an agreement by his old flame. The agreement Ana proposes, asks Christian not to treat her as his submissive anymore. Christian, eager not to let the love of his life go, agrees and they slowly dive deeper into Christian’s dark life.

There has been a lot of criticism on the acting- claims that there just “wasn’t enough chemistry”- an issue people have observed even on the first franchise. Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson simply don’t click, according to viewers. “Bad sex scenes,” “dull” and “plain boring” were comments mentioned by movie reviewers. But compared to “Fifty Shades of Grey,” “Fifty Shades Darker” Christian and Anastasia had improved.

The story stuck as close as it could to the paperback version. Although it just wasn’t enough to keep people satisfied. Interaction with minor characters was too short- for instance, Doctor Flynn, Christian Grey’s psychiatrist. If the character were given more emphasis, the story would have a lot more substance, a better character development and therefore result in an even greater character impact.

One thing that “Fifty Shades” is famous for is its steamy, rated scenes. Recognized for its practice of bondage, it sure gave the audience a juicy bite of that- except the meal was an appetizer. Disappointments came pouring in about the hot stuff that was going on- or should be going on. Apparently, the viewers wanted the R that it was rated for; and the film did not deliver. For some, the restraints that delayed the tension gave it a sense of carnal desire that people wanted. The effect leaned more on amused rather than the aroused.

Comic relief

Thanks to the funny moments that bubble giggles from our stomachs, the entertainment value of “Fifty Shades Darker” is better recognized. One thing people have been talking about is the silly moments of Ana and Christian just being themselves- which apparently, calls for awkward yet subtly funny moments.

“Fifty Shades Darker” can be praised for how well it could keep its audience curious to watch the film and how it tried to follow the book. Although viewers call for a better plot development and depth in order to gain more appreciation.