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Venom: Let There Be CarnageA movie brief.

2021 / superhero / Directed by Andy Serkis

Chaos unleashed in a city near you.

What is Venom: Let There Be Carnage about?

Eddie Brock and Venom face off against serial killer Cletus Kasady, who becomes the host of an offshoot of Venom named Carnage. A violent rampage ensues in San Francisco.

By Brefly · AI-assisted

Five things to know.

  1. Setup

    The film is a sequel to Venom (2018) and the second film in Sony's Spider-Man Universe (SSU).

  2. World

    The story takes place in San Francisco, with filming locations including Leavesden Studios in England and various neighborhoods in the city.

  3. Pressure

    The film was delayed several times due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a final release date of October 1, 2021.

  4. Craft

    Marco Beltrami composed the film's score, replacing Ludwig Göransson from the previous film.

  5. Viewing Note

    The film's mid-credits scene features footage from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, specifically J. Jonah Jameson discussing Spider-Man's revealed identity.

Brefly’s take / Interpretation

A thought to take with you.

Venom: Let There Be Carnage explores the complex relationship between Eddie Brock and Venom as they face a new threat.

Is it your kind of movie?

Fans of the Venom comic books and the first film will enjoy the sequel's action and chemistry between Eddie and Venom. Viewers can expect a mix of dark humor, action, and emotional undercurrents in the film.

Sources & scope

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