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 An Overlooked Classic, 2008-06-23
Let me start off by saying that if you're not a fan of really cheesey low budget 80's films, then i will tell you stay away from these films. However since i am a nerd for that kind of stuff, this in my opinion is an overlooked classic. I could barely remember it was really very vague, but i was around six or seven years old and happened to remember bits and peices of 'ghoulies II', for my mum was a lover of cheesey B-movies (i suppose i inherited that trait, my dad hates them). So she rented it in the days of the wonderful vhs when this movie was fairly new. Like i said i remembered bits and peices of the second ghoulies. Well lo and behold i found the two wonderful titles in one package here some 16 years later on dvd and I am so overjoyed I did. Upon watching 'ghoulies II' I was remembering scenes from when I first saw those many years ago. I must say I love it even more as an adult. Though it was my first viewing of 'ghoulies' part 1, I have to say that I thouroughly enjoyed that one as well, I am a huge Michael De Barres fan (from his great MacGyver days as villan Murdoc) and it was all in all a good film. But yes 'ghoulies II is a better film. I believe in my opinion for the first film, they tried a more serious approach and it just didn't work, and the second one they knew that and just went more for laughs, and they succeeded greatly. Watching 'ghoulies II' next, was just great. Every thing this low budget horror/comedy fan could ask for. I ecspecially enjoyed the character of Nigel the dwarf. So in closing, 'ghoulies II' brought back so many memories for me, and I love it even more 16 years later. So if you are new to the 'ghoulies' get this package with parts one and two, i promise you will laugh, love it and will not be dissapointed.
More 80s horror, 2007-06-14
If your a fan of 80s horror, then these two films you should remember while growing up during the 80s. Classics no doubt, but, not great films. If you love those wonderful "B" type films you find on your local horror hosts shows, then you'll sink your teeth into these film. Well worth the money and highly recommended !!
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Ghouliehighharmony, 2007-03-24
Before he created his crap factory, Full Moon Pictures, Charles Band still prefered his horrors in small sizes. Ghoulies and Ghoulies 2 are enjoyable schlock, but nothing too fantastic. Maybe it's the fact that they're tongues aren't far enough into their cheeks to be very funny, or that the subject matter just isn't scary. There are moments of intentional humor, but these films actually seem to be taking themselves a bit too seriously. The first film is about a poor man's Eric Roberts moving into his satan worshipping father's house. While there, he gets uncontrollable urges to indulge in satanic rituals and conjure up the Ghoulies. If the Ghoulies are the most terrifying thing Hell has to offer, we don't need to worry too much. Ya gotta wonder why he even bothers conjuring them coz all they really seem to do is lurk about and eat his food rather than provide him with the satanic wisdom he craves. He also conjures a pair of midgets who look as though they belong in a King Arthur film. All of this builds up to a final confrontation with the resurrected father of the "hero". The Ghoulies are second string characters. Jack Nance somehow found his way into this. Also be on the lookout for Detective Benson(Mariska Hargitay) form Law and Order SVU! This film is pretty fun. It's schlocky, unintentionally funny at times, and rather morbid for it's PG-13 rating. Of course this was back when PG-13 actually had some balls. The second film has the Ghoulies infiltrating a house of horrors at a travelling carnival. I'm in the minority when I say this actually was fun to watch as well. Once again the film makers aren't quite sure if they want to make a spoof or a serious scare flick, but it works on a pure entertainment level. Genre favorites Royal Dano and Phil Fondacaro are along for the ride this time. And check out the man-sized Ghoulie eating Ghoulie at the end! Again, these movies are harmless junkfood. Maybe not as good as Critters, but alot better than the sludge Charles Band puts out now.
One of the best B Movies Ever!, 2007-02-15
The Ghoulies is one of those movies that you would have to grow up with it to understand why its so awesome. I used to watch this all the time when I was little. Now its just one of those childhood memories and its awesome to own that on dvd. I used to think that the little green monster comming out of a toilet was the coolest thing ever. I mean come on people!! Thats so awesome. Its one of the best B movies out there!
 This Was Really Stupid, 2007-02-10
Ghoulies was REALLY stupid. I fell asleep about 3/4 of the way through, and don't regret it. We didn't bother watching Ghoulies II. Ghoulies was so definitely 80's with big hair on the women, punk styles on the men and somebody attempting to look like an expert break dancer. Rather than being a good creature feature, the film centered on black magic, but didn't even do a very good job of it. Save your money. If you want an 80's creature feasture get Gremlins or Critters. Forget this piece of junk.
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