“The Purge: Anarchy” is a 2014 American action-horror movie directed and written by James DeMonaco. The film is the sequel to the 2013 movie “The Purge” and takes place in a dystopian future America where for one night a year, all crime is legal, including murder.

The movie follows five different people who are stranded on the streets during the annual Purge, including a couple who are out on the streets trying to get home, a mother and daughter who are targeted by a group of Purgers, a man seeking revenge against the man who killed his son, and a man who is trying to save his friend from being captured by the government.

The film has a darker and grittier tone than its predecessor, with more action and violence. The social commentary on the Purge as a way to control the population and eliminate the poor and disadvantaged is still present, and the movie delves deeper into the political and economic motivations behind the Purge.

The performances by the cast, including Frank Grillo, Carmen Ejogo, Zach Gilford, Kiele Sanchez, and Michael K. Williams are all strong, and the action sequences are well choreographed and intense. The film also has a good pace, and the tension is maintained throughout the movie.

Overall, “The Purge: Anarchy” is a solid sequel that builds upon the world and concepts introduced in the first movie. While it is not without its flaws, the film is a thrilling and thought-provoking ride that is sure to entertain fans of the horror and action genres.