Youtube Video we watched: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFrf9twvCTA
This Halloween, we’re peeling back the curtain on pure cinematic terror: the infamous log truck highway pile-up from Final Destination 2. Join us as we recap the sheer horror of the opening scene, then take a chilling turn into reality by examining real-life car fatality statistics and major highway accidents. We’ll even demystify Death’s design, exploring the jaw-dropping special effects and stunts that brought this nightmare to life. Get ready—this is one spooky ride you might not survive.
References:
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YouTube. (2023, February 15). Final Destination 2 - Kimberly's Premonition Scene (HD) [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIoefftq4dE&t=26s
