Reviewers from IMDb and Letterboxd share a mix of disappointment and appreciation for the sequel's atmosphere.
Critics noted the plot felt split and "indecisive," with Dina’s storyline separate from the prisoners for much of the 90-minute runtime. Production and Technical Quality Skammerens Datter II: Slangens Gave (2019)
The recasting of Drakan was criticized by some as failing to capture the menace of the original actor. Reviewers from IMDb and Letterboxd share a mix
“The second part cannot compete with its predecessor, but the fantasy adventure is atmospheric and a significant topic for young people.” Letterboxd Skammerens datter II: Slangens gave (2019) - IMDb “The second part cannot compete with its predecessor,
The cinematography and production design are widely considered a highlight. Filmed in the Czech Republic , it features high-budget set pieces and gorgeous wilderness scenery that create a lived-in medieval world.
Rebecca Emilie Sattrup (Dina) and Jakob Oftebro (Nico) are noted for solid performances that help ground the "sacred feminine and masculine" themes.