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Leprechaun 2 [VHS]

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This movie is the best leprechaun one ever even better than first and a whole lot better than leprechaun 3,4,and 5.the movie is about the leprechaun that wants one bride for his 100th birthday,but a man tells leprechaun he can't have his sister.so leprechaun travels to L.A. and takes a girl named Bridget but also her friend takes one of leprechaun's gold coins and wants Bridget back.but he and his drunken uncle help.Leprechaun 2 offers lots of violence and gore,humor,and memorable characters.the deaths are the best like the lawnmowers on the girl and cuts the boys head,a waiter gets his face burned by coffee steam,and even the drunk uncle has a pot of gold ripped of his belly.and even leprechaun drives a go kart.Rated R for Graphic Violence and Gore,Language,Brief Nudity.

This is one of the best movies. I like all the leprechaun movies and they are very creative. Part two is the best next to four and three and one. Five was the worst but it still is good from a point of veiw. Part 2 is creative like the bride of frankenstein but more gorier and a better complex story. If you like the Leprexhaun movies and don't know what to do then just rent it because you will not know untill you try it.

THIS MOVIE WAS SIMPLY MORE ENTERTAINING THAN THE FIRST. THE LEPRECHAUN RETURNS TO GO AFTER A GIRL THAT'S A DESCENDENT OF A GIRL THAT HE WANTED 1,000 YEARS AGO. HAS BETTER CHARACTERS AND EVEN BETTER MURDER SEQUENCES. THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST MOVIES IN THE SERIES. THIS IS A GOOD HORROR SEQUEL THAT FANS OF THE SERIES SHOULD ENJOY.

This is one of the best movies. I like all the leprechaun movies and they are very creative. Part two is the best next to four and three and one. Five was the worst but it still is good from a point of veiw. Part 2 is creative like the bride of frankenstein but more gorier and a better complex story. If you like the Leprexhaun movies and don't know what to do then just rent it because you will not know untill you try it.

I love me Leprechaun 2! This movie is nonstop fun and excitement. Leprechaun has the best effects in this film and he is VERY violent. The other sequels were O.K but this one had more action and it wasn't that "silly". This is a gem, if you can get a copy. Order this now and tell them: " I wan't me golden Leprechaun 2!"

This is by FAR the BEST film in the Leprechaun series. What surprised me most when first seeing this film was how it takes the horror genre one-step further than your typical slasher film. Some have noted Scream or even Blair Witch Project but my feeling is that they have yet to see this film which was saddly IGNORED in theatres! The character archetypes are prevalent in every which way but loose. I guess Karl Jung hasn't seen this ditty either! Shevonne Durkin as the cunning and docile Bridget is SHEER genius. She commands the screen as soon as she walks on the screen turning heads and hearts in both directions. I can't seem to find any other films out there starring this bright new star. A young Garbo comes to mind when mentioning her name.

For all you Twin Peaks fan out there you are in for a real treet when you feast your eyes on "Lucy."

Remember though....this is a GR-8 date flick. Cuddle up close and sit tight as the Leprechaun wreaks havoc on everyone in sight. A sure thing if your looking to get a "little closer" on your next trick. BEWARE MATEY......I'LL EAT YOUR NOSE! HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

Oh boy! Whenever Sid gets a chance to review a movie with a fellow elf in it, he's all over it. In Leprechaun 2, Clint Howard gives the flick instant Unintentional Comedy status, and Jack Klompus from Seinfeld carries the ball the rest of the way to North Pole paydirt. The leprachaun was terrifying to all the tall people in the movie. He used his supperior mind powers to snag a hot piece Sid the Elf style, baby. Of course, he had to rack up a few bodies along the way to getting his hot bride, but it was all worth it in the end when he asked her, "remember what a bad little girl you've been?" Yes, I let him have that line. The elves must stick together.

Now, as far as the other characters in the movie go, they were as goofy as you want in an early-90's Unintentional Comedy. They all provided Sid great joy when he thought the leprachaun was going to get them. But, hollywood is so biased when it comes to elves, so I felt for the leprachaun when he was having dificulties. Two highlights to this movie: the Irish Elf jumping out of an Irish stocking, and an exploding elf. So, if you love elves and decent Unintentional Comedy horror, Sid says, Leprachaun 2 is for you!

Not a bad sequel to part 1,this second chapter was directed by Rodman Flender who directed Idle Hands and this one stars wily and disgusting Leprechaun arriving in Los Angeles searching for a bride and when he sees one he must keep her and marry her.Lots of gore and wicked humor to keep audiences watching their screen and Leprechaun becomes more nastiful than childish.recommend for film buffs.

The Leprechaun(Warwick Davis)returns since his gold is missing!Who will be his next victims?Will the Leprechaun win or die?Find out in LEPRECHAUN 2!This film should be 12 and up do to language,violence,and brief nudity.

This review refers to the edition found in Trimark's "Leprechaun: Pot of Gore Collection" boxed set.

THE WHO'S WHO: Starring Warwick Davis, Charlie Heath, Shevonne Durkin, Adam Biesk, Arturo Gil, Linda Hopkins, James Lancaster, Sandy Baron, Clint Howard. Score Composed and Arranged By Jonathan Elias. Directed By Rodman Flender. (R) For Mild Violence, Mild Gore, Very Mild Profanity, Suggested Drug Use, Nudity and Very Mild Sexual Content; 85m.; 1994.

WHAT'S GOING ON IN HERE?: On his one thousandth birthday, the Leprechaun (Warwick Davis) is able to take a bride. But the woman (Shevonne Durkin) he chooses is the daughter of his captured slave, William O'Day (James Lancaster). Before the Leprechaun can secure his new bride, O'Day upsets his plans and ensures that his daughter won't have to wed the nasty pint-sized villain. Angered, the Leprechaun places a curse on O'Day's bloodline. A millennium passes and now the vile Leprechaun has arrived in modern day Los Angeles to claim O'Day's ancestor (also Shevonne Durkin) as his replacement wife. But her current boyfriend (Charlie Heath) may have something to say about the Leprechaun's matrimonial choice. Director Rodman Flender takes the reins of the series from Mark Jones (who stayed on as a co-producer for this film) and crafts an admirable sequel to a unique original. The balance between laughter and mild suspense is still present, as well as strong characterizations from the starring roles. Charlie Heath is easy to respond to in his role of Cody Ingels. He has a winning personality and he comes across as genuine in his performance. Sandy Baron grabs most of the non-Leprechaun induced humor as Cody's legal guardian, Mortimer. But the best of the bunch is Shevonne Durkin, playing Cody's love interest (and the Leprechaun's) Bridget. While her acting can be fairly one-dimensional at times, her beauty and charisma overcome any impediments her limited talent places before her. The relationship between her character and Heath's also adds some intimate warmth to the film that strengthens the viewer's connection to them. As would be the case with all entries in this long-running series, Warwick Davis steals every spotlight he's given. His achievement excels amongst the ranks of horror movie anti-heroes, placing him on the same shelf with evil incarnates such as Freddy Krueger and Charles Lee Ray (better known as Chucky). Once again, Gabe Z. Bartalos does a commendable job creating the Leprechaun's make-up. From the first time you see him on camera till the last, you never feel that the make-up is a noticeable distraction. Rather, it's an addition of Davis' personality, an extension of his talent that fits him perfectly and is never lapse in its detail or its believability. Joining the credible make-up effects are a few truly extravagant low budget special effects, including my personal favorite...a battle between Cody and the skeleton of William O'Day deep in the halls of the Leprechaun's lair. The one major flaw of this film lies in Jonathan Elias' mediocre score. Instead of following up on Kevin Kiner's brilliant work from the first film, Elias takes his score in a completely generic direction. Trivia buffs take note: the African-American leprechaun in Brennan's Pub is played by none other than Tony Cox, who would go on to star opposite Billy Bob Thornton in "Bad Santa" almost a decade later. Die hard trivia buffs will also know that Cox did stunt work for the original "Leprechaun" movie. Also, actor Arturo Gil (who plays a drunk at the pub) did some stunt work for this film. Overall, this is one of those "direct descendant" sequels that retains the first film's feeling while developing a new storyline for itself. Though we've grown use to the idea of a Leprechaun terrorizing victims, we're still entertained by it. The series would start to go downhill a few years later, but this second "Leprechaun" outing still packs a punch for genre purists.

THEY SAY THEY'RE SPECIAL BUT...: As amazing as it sounds, this film actually has a 1.85:1 widescreen transfer. Only three of the six "Leprechaun" films can boast that, although why the original film isn't one of them I'll never know. While there are a few speckles of grain here and there, the widescreen presentation is clear for the most part and should delight fans of the series. Considering this movie only has an ultra stereo track accompanying it, it can be quite exuberant and full from time to time. Effects and dialogue are well defined and the musical backdrop stands out proudly against the rest of the film without obscuring the forefront. There are also French and Spanish subtitles which are a Halloween-style orange and have been placed well within the frame of the film. The front cover for this plastic case finds the Leprechaun backed by a city skyline at night holding a white candle in his hand. The back cover, much like the one for the original film, is a mishmash of photographs, information about the movie and the twenty-four chapter stops for this eighty-five minute film. The disc itself carries over the bleak nothingness of the first "Leprechaun" DVD. There's no painted photograph and no silver image imbedded into the top. There's only that annoying little white stripe surrounding the center hole that identifies this disc as "Leprechaun 2". There's another small "Trimark DVD: The Ultimate in Home Entertainment" booklet (exactly the same as the one in the initial film's case) residing opposite the disc. As with the first chiller, the only special feature on this DVD is the trailer (1:06) which is interesting, although it's far too short.

THE YOLK'S ON YOU: It's not much of a hidden feature, but it'll have to do. On the main menu for this disc, highlight the Trimark symbol in the lower left hand corner. You'll have access to trailers for the films "Leprechaun", "Leprechaun 3" and "Leprechaun 4: In Space" (4:25).

THE LEWD AND NUDE ALERT: Bridget (Shevonne Durkin) bares her breasts in her garage as part of a Leprechaun trick to lure the unsuspecting Ian (Adam Biesk) in. That's the beginning and the end of the sexuality "Leprechaun 2" exudes.

THE GORE REPORT: True gorehounds will find two worthwhile moments of bloodshed in this film, mixed between the secondary occurrences. The first sees a talent agent (Mark Keily) having his finger wrenched off by the Leprechaun when the Leprechaun goes for the man's gold ring. The second, and by the far the best, showcases an espresso café waiter (Michael James McDonald) having his face steamed off by an espresso machine after he makes fun of the Leprechaun (Warwick Davis), who's recovering from his alcoholic binge at Brennan's pub moments earlier.

SAY AGAIN: "Drink what you want. Drink what you're able. If you're drinking with me, you'll be under the table." - The Leprechaun (Warwick Davis)

THE FINAL SAY: Yes, I recommend buying this DVD. The best route would be to purchase the first five "Leprechaun" films in the "Pot of Gore Collection" boxed set, however this solid sequel is able to stand on its own as an individual entity. For less obsessed "Leprechaun" fans who weren't sure about the remainder of the series, buying this one separately might be a preferable option. Either way, you can't go wrong with this entry.

PLAY IT AGAIN, SAM: "Living in the City" Performed By Nigel Jenkins. "Forgive and Forget" Performed By Grahame Maclean and Barry Ryder. "Wham! Bam! Alacazam! (Hot Damn, it's a Rockabilly Band)" Performed By the RoadKings. Score Available on Varese Sarabande Compact Discs.