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The Lost Boys: The Lost Boys is one of 80's cinema's iconic vampire films about two new-in-town brothers who discover a local gang of motorcycle youths (including a young Kiefer Sutherland) are more undead than alive. Younger brother Sam (Corey Haim) works hard to eradicate the ghouls but his older brother (Jason Patric) falls in love with the group's lone female (Jami Gertz). Soon, he finds that he's gradually becoming a vampire himself. Shot on location in the coastal California town of Santa Cruz and directed by Joel Schumacher (Flatliners), The Lost Boys became a pop-culture phenomenon thanks to its attractive young stars, offbeat soundtrack, and hip, clever marketing campaign. The film's tagline: "Sleep all day. Party all night. Never grow old. Never die. It's fun to be a vampire." perfectly captured its knowing mixture of attitude and gore. The Lost Boys 2: The Tribe: Risking everything in search of the ultimate rush is fun when you know you can't die. In The Lost Boys 2: The Tribe Angus Sutherland takes up where brother Kiefer left off in the original cult favourite as the lead vampire in this modern re-imagining of The Lost Boys. The seaside village of Luna Bay is rife with outcasts and plagued by an outbreak of missing persons. As the sun sets the Tribe rises: a group of adrenaline-fueled, thrill-crazed vampires who tear up the surf and the streets with non-stop action. But when a champion surfer (Tad Hilgenbrinck, American Pie Presents Band Camp) and his sister (Autumn Reeser, The OC) move in, dark secrets erupt into hot-blooded passion and full-blooded fear. Helping fight the forces of hell, Corey Feldman reprises his signature role of vampire hunter Edgar Frog. Once you join the Tribe there's no turning back.
Special Features
The Lost Boys: • Production notes The Lost Boys 2: The Tribe • Lost Boys: The Tribe Action Junkies featurette: A look at the stunts in the film • Edgar Frog's Guide to Coming Back Alive featurette • Alternate endings • Cry Little Sister remix video by G Tom Mac • 3 Music videos by Yeah Whatever
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23 of 27 people found the following review helpful
The first film in this set is a masterpiece. There are enough reviews on here stating just that, so this review will concentrate solely on the sequel.
When I first heard about this sequel I had mixed feelings. The original is arguably one of the greatest vampire movies ever made. Done with the originals atmosphere and energy, a sequel could be very good. However, I also felt it could be total disaster because some films should never be remade or spawn sequels, and lost boys is a prime example of this.
Sadly the film didn't live up to either expectation. As a vampire movie on its own it would probably sink without a trace. By calling it a sequel to the lost boys, it will guarantee that suckers like me will watch it that have such fond memories of the original. There are so many problems though, I don't know where to begin. Whilst the original was an adult film, it never became offensive whereas in the sequel, the characters are not likeable or cool, and talk in such a profane manner it borders on the offensive. Its seems as if the writers were going for a record on how many times the "F" work could be used before the opening credits roll. I do my fair share of swearing, but, when it's used with such frequency in a film it just doesn't sound real and becomes tiresome.
Another issue is a dreadful performance from Angus Sutherland. In the original, Keifer Sutherland gave a masterclass in how to portray a charismatic, and at the same time terrifying, lead character. In this sequel Angus (Keifers half brother) gives a performance devoid of any charisma or menace and seems to think that by whispering and mumbling the audience will not notice just how dire he is.
But, the biggest problem of all is the one thing that actually links this to the original; Corey Feldman. If anyone was wondering why he has done hardly any acting in the last 20 years or so, here is all the evidence you need. Sometimes watching him his embarrassing. He puts on a ridiculous, gravely, growling, old man-esque voice that makes him sound likes he's 80 years old. It doesn't help that he still looks 15. His one liners are poor, and any potential he had years ago disappeared when he chose drug taking over acting. It's a real shame as he was brilliant in the first film and was genuinely seen as a future star.
To sum up, I don't think it takes a genius to work out I didn't think much of this film. Those who remember the original with such fondness will probably still watch this regardless of any reviews, but please don't expect to be wowed like we all were with the original, otherwise you will be extremely disappointed.
When I first heard about this sequel I had mixed feelings. The original is arguably one of the greatest vampire movies ever made. Done with the originals atmosphere and energy, a sequel could be very good. However, I also felt it could be total disaster because some films should never be remade or spawn sequels, and lost boys is a prime example of this.
Sadly the film didn't live up to either expectation. As a vampire movie on its own it would probably sink without a trace. By calling it a sequel to the lost boys, it will guarantee that suckers like me will watch it that have such fond memories of the original. There are so many problems though, I don't know where to begin. Whilst the original was an adult film, it never became offensive whereas in the sequel, the characters are not likeable or cool, and talk in such a profane manner it borders on the offensive. Its seems as if the writers were going for a record on how many times the "F" work could be used before the opening credits roll. I do my fair share of swearing, but, when it's used with such frequency in a film it just doesn't sound real and becomes tiresome.
Another issue is a dreadful performance from Angus Sutherland. In the original, Keifer Sutherland gave a masterclass in how to portray a charismatic, and at the same time terrifying, lead character. In this sequel Angus (Keifers half brother) gives a performance devoid of any charisma or menace and seems to think that by whispering and mumbling the audience will not notice just how dire he is.
But, the biggest problem of all is the one thing that actually links this to the original; Corey Feldman. If anyone was wondering why he has done hardly any acting in the last 20 years or so, here is all the evidence you need. Sometimes watching him his embarrassing. He puts on a ridiculous, gravely, growling, old man-esque voice that makes him sound likes he's 80 years old. It doesn't help that he still looks 15. His one liners are poor, and any potential he had years ago disappeared when he chose drug taking over acting. It's a real shame as he was brilliant in the first film and was genuinely seen as a future star.
To sum up, I don't think it takes a genius to work out I didn't think much of this film. Those who remember the original with such fondness will probably still watch this regardless of any reviews, but please don't expect to be wowed like we all were with the original, otherwise you will be extremely disappointed.
Okay first the good news The Lost Boys is still going & the bad news,yeah we will get there in a bit
The Lost Boys was made in 1887 & for a teenager I was at the time in College this was this movies target audience & wow did it not fail as up till then vampires were always "Count" something or other & wore black with cloaks & lived in old Castles which was done to absolute unending but now here is a film with the pop culture of that time embarrassed but funnily enough you look at it 24 years later & you realize how clever they were when making it because there is nothing that really dates it except for the odd bit of clothing on Sam Emmerson.
The film is really enjoyable,well written,extremely well acted & never a bad moment with even the older actors being allowed to act as individuals rather than Mother,Grand Pa or Sinister Head Vampire.
Best Vampire movie ever.
Now the not so good bit is that they made this sequel & don't get me wrong I think if the movie had not been connected to the Lost Boys then this may well have been viewed by me as not so good but not good enough instead as with any sequel they matched it up against the first Lost Boys & even though you may not feel yourself making comparisons indeed you are.
It was good to see Corey F back as Edgar Frog but a shame he has only a supporting role & Corey C who was Sam Emmerson in the first one is not there all together nor is a vital piece this film lacks & that is being anywhere near the same league as the original but I would say the main cast did their jobs as well as they could but the whole movie idea was a bad one in the delivery of the product.
The Lost Boys was made in 1887 & for a teenager I was at the time in College this was this movies target audience & wow did it not fail as up till then vampires were always "Count" something or other & wore black with cloaks & lived in old Castles which was done to absolute unending but now here is a film with the pop culture of that time embarrassed but funnily enough you look at it 24 years later & you realize how clever they were when making it because there is nothing that really dates it except for the odd bit of clothing on Sam Emmerson.
The film is really enjoyable,well written,extremely well acted & never a bad moment with even the older actors being allowed to act as individuals rather than Mother,Grand Pa or Sinister Head Vampire.
Best Vampire movie ever.
Now the not so good bit is that they made this sequel & don't get me wrong I think if the movie had not been connected to the Lost Boys then this may well have been viewed by me as not so good but not good enough instead as with any sequel they matched it up against the first Lost Boys & even though you may not feel yourself making comparisons indeed you are.
It was good to see Corey F back as Edgar Frog but a shame he has only a supporting role & Corey C who was Sam Emmerson in the first one is not there all together nor is a vital piece this film lacks & that is being anywhere near the same league as the original but I would say the main cast did their jobs as well as they could but the whole movie idea was a bad one in the delivery of the product.
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Lost Boys, another classic movie from the 80's and also a sequel made some 20 plus years later, whilst the original movie was ace, the sequel was terrible, the only good thing about it was Corey Feldman back as one of the Frog brothers from the original.
Watch the first Lost Boys film and revel in the 80's nostalgia and humourous antics and then watch lost boys 2 and then shout What were they thinking? Angus Sutherland Kiefers brother is the bad vampire in the sequel and can he act? Heck no!!
I suppose it's a novel idea getting two films in one pack, but that's the only problem, the sequel stinks, best off buying just the original classic....
Watch the first Lost Boys film and revel in the 80's nostalgia and humourous antics and then watch lost boys 2 and then shout What were they thinking? Angus Sutherland Kiefers brother is the bad vampire in the sequel and can he act? Heck no!!
I suppose it's a novel idea getting two films in one pack, but that's the only problem, the sequel stinks, best off buying just the original classic....
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Cult films
Love this film, had it on VHS and was having problems getting it on DVD.Got two discs for the price of one.Good value and received really quickly.
Published 15 months ago by Annie
Don't watch the second!
I grew up with The Lost Boys.
A film that pioneered the recent vampire movie obsession, I was looking forward to buying it if only for nostalgic reasons. Read more
A film that pioneered the recent vampire movie obsession, I was looking forward to buying it if only for nostalgic reasons. Read more
Published 19 months ago by dangler
Lost Boys 1 Was The Best.. That Noo Sequel Would Ever Be Gooood...
i Absolutely Love The First Film.. Total Classic.. Love All The Actors Too..
Buh Sorry The Second Film iis Absolutely Shockiin.. Hence Why ii Only Gave Thiis Film A 3/5. Read more
Buh Sorry The Second Film iis Absolutely Shockiin.. Hence Why ii Only Gave Thiis Film A 3/5. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Didds91
Fantastic Value
I got 2 DVD's for less than shops wanted for Lost Boys 2, plus it was delivered 2 days after the purchase was complete.
Published 21 months ago by albiehud
Genius
Both versions are exquisite! The original is the best by far but the second is brilliant in different ways, ways a more modern film would be. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Ms. Ir Bird
lost boys box set
first class film lost boys is a cult movie the 2nd film is ok does not have the same feel to it but is still good
Published 23 months ago by M. D. Shewan
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Hadnt even heard of the second lost boys film,I was such a fan of lost boys one when I was young, the boys at their best! Read more
Published on 4 Mar 2010 by Ms. A. J. Tinkler
Lost boys review
Well i reckon it ain't fun being a vampire like it says on the first dvd cover. The second film shocked me there were some really gruesome bits.
Published on 26 Feb 2010 by Iestyn James Cross-martin
The Lost Boys is great but...
The Lost Boys is great but I can't say the same for The Lost Boys 2, which was basically just mild porn!
Published on 19 Jan 2010 by Delilah Starr
Brilliant
I watched The Lost Boys years ago, several times, and decided to buy the DVD recently. I also got Lost Boys 2 in with the deal. Read more
Published on 11 Jun 2009 by Valerie J.
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