Which "Gremlins" movie do you prefer?

Mixed Nuts Fan · 05-04-2002, 06:42 PM

With the "Gremlins" special editions coming on August 20, that made me wonder which "Gremlins" movie you prefer over the other.

My pick:
Gremlins 2: The New Batch--A sequel that is definatly better than the original. Funnier, more inventive, and at times, scarier than the original. It's not that I hate the original. It's just that the sequel is better than the orginal.

So which "Gremlins" movie do you prefer?

George McFly · 05-04-2002, 06:50 PM

I like The New Btach more as well, FYI DDD.com has both up for pre-order @ 13.49 each

Just placed my order a few hours ago.

a.bunker · 05-04-2002, 07:21 PM

The original without a doubt. Its darker, its scarier, and its funnier in a lot of ways. The sequel in my opinion really tried to cater to the kiddie crowd and really didn't pack that much of a storyline. By the way, whats the deal with bringing back dead characters?

BubbleGumUK · 05-05-2002, 12:19 AM

He wasn't dead. In fact, in the original Mr Futterman (?) was the only "victim" not to have an on-screen death. Yes, he and his house were stormed by the Gremlins, but it's quite plausible he could return in the (bigger, better, more-Dante-influenced) sequel!

***Istagi*** · 05-05-2002, 12:27 AM

The first one, I thought the second one sucked big time...... :p

OneofRyan · 05-05-2002, 01:31 AM

I enjoyed both Gremlins films, but liked the second one a bit more because of it's comedy.

If you listen closely to the tv at the end of "Gremlins", a reporter is interviewing Mr. Futterman at a hospital.

a.bunker · 05-05-2002, 01:35 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by OneofRyan
I enjoyed both Gremlins films, but liked the second one a bit more because of it's comedy.

If you listen closely to the tv at the end of "Gremlins", a reporter is interviewing Mr. Futterman at a hospital.

hmm...didn't know that. Its been a while thanks for bringing that up OneofRyan. I'll have to check it out again.

Buffalo Bill · 05-05-2002, 02:04 AM

I also prefer The New Batch to the original although they are both fantastic movies. I've got them both preordered from ddd.com last night but the price wasn't $13.49 it was $14.39 each. Was that your price & just a typo or did the shark lower his prices today?

George McFly · 05-05-2002, 02:13 AM

you're right I simply posted the wronge price it is indead 14.39

a.bunker · 05-05-2002, 02:31 AM

Any mention of extras or sound?

IKEA_boy · 05-05-2002, 04:00 AM

as long as it's the OAR i'm buying it.
i'm just bummed the movie maniacs 5 series mcfarlane toys arent including gremlins in the batch (haha punny)

these movies are some of my all time favorites.

oh, and i liked the second one better. gizmo/rambo

Lenny Nero · 05-05-2002, 10:18 AM

Second one is so much better, I love how so many different things with various characters are happening all in one building and how they intersect, it's the best!

George McFly · 05-05-2002, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by a.bunker
Any mention of extras or sound?

No, it's gonna be barebones and turned it into a silent movie

5.1 DD for both DVDs and both are gonan be anamorphic WS

both will have:
commentaries(1 with Joe Dante and one by the cast)

deleted scenes

trailers
music video

Gremlins SE will also have bloopers,and behinds the scenes documentary
Gremlins 2 will also have trivia

I think that's all

a.bunker · 05-05-2002, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by George McFly
No, it's gonna be barebones and turned it into a silent movie

thanks wise-ass.

George McFly · 05-05-2002, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by a.bunker

thanks wise-ass.

You're welcome,

Sorcerer · 05-05-2002, 06:24 PM

I've grown to appreciate the original over the years, but still, GREMLINS 2 is utterly brilliant. Gizmo turning himself into Rambo, Tony Randall as the Brain Gremlin, John Glover as Clamp, the Clamp Cable Network's announcement that "due to the end of civilisation as we know it, the Clamp Cable Network is leaving the air. We hope you've enjoyed our programming, but more importantly we hope you have enjoyed life", the announcement of "CASABLANCA in color and with a happier ending", Christopher Lee, the musical number, the parody of the original's Santa Claus scene, I'll stop there but I know I'm forgetting stuff.

I hope the DVD has both versions of the "Film break" scene- the original one in theatres with Hulk Hogan, and the TV version where the Gremlins flip through channels and have a shootout with John Wayne.

Volcane666 · 05-05-2002, 07:11 PM

Haven't seen either movie for years, liked them both, but from what I remember I liked the sequel better....

... a re-aquaintance with them will be coming shortly I feel!

rolisme · 05-05-2002, 09:32 PM

I like the first one better ...but I think they both are terrible nowadays. I guess age has changed my tastes.

MJZ · 05-08-2008, 03:38 PM

New BT TV ad featuring the Gremlins:

Video: It's Dragon v Gremlins in BT ad | Media | guardian.co.uk

mtcarmel00 · 05-09-2008, 01:43 AM

I haven't seen either, so I can't participate in the poll. I wish I could. I should make an effort to see them.

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05-04-2002, 06:42 PM	#1 (permalink)
Mixed Nuts Fan Actor Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Vista, CA	Which "Gremlins" movie do you prefer? With the "Gremlins" special editions coming on August 20, that made me wonder which "Gremlins" movie you prefer over the other. My pick: Gremlins 2: The New Batch--A sequel that is definatly better than the original. Funnier, more inventive, and at times, scarier than the original. It's not that I hate the original. It's just that the sequel is better than the orginal. So which "Gremlins" movie do you prefer? __________________ I have so much strength in me, you have no idea.

05-04-2002, 06:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
George McFly Kinda likes the Razorbacks Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: watching HD	I like The New Btach more as well, FYI DDD.com has both up for pre-order @ 13.49 each Just placed my order a few hours ago. __________________ DVDs gallery

05-04-2002, 07:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
a.bunker Actor Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Northeast US	The original without a doubt. Its darker, its scarier, and its funnier in a lot of ways. The sequel in my opinion really tried to cater to the kiddie crowd and really didn't pack that much of a storyline. By the way, whats the deal with bringing back dead characters? __________________ "I'm so hungry I could eat a sandwich from a gas station." -Clark W. Griswold

05-05-2002, 12:19 AM	#4 (permalink)
BubbleGumUK Actor Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: England	He wasn't dead. In fact, in the original Mr Futterman (?) was the only "victim" not to have an on-screen death. Yes, he and his house were stormed by the Gremlins, but it's quite plausible he could return in the (bigger, better, more-Dante-influenced) sequel! __________________ Check out DVD Toons for the latest in animated discs! And catch breaking Animated-News stories here!

05-05-2002, 12:27 AM	#5 (permalink)
*Istagi* Producer/Admin Speaks for himself Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: ZZ9 Plural Z Alpha	The first one, I thought the second one sucked big time...... :p __________________ Chew, if only you could see what I've seen with your eyes Istagi's DVD's DDS 351

05-05-2002, 01:31 AM	#6 (permalink)
OneofRyan Actor Join Date: May 2001 Location: Ewok Village	I enjoyed both Gremlins films, but liked the second one a bit more because of it's comedy. If you listen closely to the tv at the end of "Gremlins", a reporter is interviewing Mr. Futterman at a hospital. __________________ No! That's not true! That's impossible!!!!!!!!!!!!!

05-05-2002, 02:04 AM	#8 (permalink)
Buffalo Bill Hapless Actor Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Walden Puddle.	I also prefer The New Batch to the original although they are both fantastic movies. I've got them both preordered from ddd.com last night but the price wasn't $13.49 it was $14.39 each. Was that your price & just a typo or did the shark lower his prices today? __________________ "Brick Tamland is married with 11 children and is one of the top political advisors to the Bush White House." (now everything makes sense)

05-05-2002, 02:13 AM	#9 (permalink)
George McFly Kinda likes the Razorbacks Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: watching HD	you're right I simply posted the wronge price it is indead 14.39 __________________ DVDs gallery

05-05-2002, 02:31 AM	#10 (permalink)
a.bunker Actor Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Northeast US	Any mention of extras or sound? __________________ "I'm so hungry I could eat a sandwich from a gas station." -Clark W. Griswold

05-05-2002, 04:00 AM	#11 (permalink)
IKEA_boy Director Emeritus ~~Persista~~ Persistent Student Join Date: Oct 2001	as long as it's the OAR i'm buying it. i'm just bummed the movie maniacs 5 series mcfarlane toys arent including gremlins in the batch (haha punny) these movies are some of my all time favorites. oh, and i liked the second one better. gizmo/rambo

05-05-2002, 10:18 AM	#12 (permalink)
Lenny Nero Banned Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Los Angeles	Second one is so much better, I love how so many different things with various characters are happening all in one building and how they intersect, it's the best!

05-05-2002, 06:24 PM	#16 (permalink)
Sorcerer Actor Join Date: Nov 2001	I've grown to appreciate the original over the years, but still, GREMLINS 2 is utterly brilliant. Gizmo turning himself into Rambo, Tony Randall as the Brain Gremlin, John Glover as Clamp, the Clamp Cable Network's announcement that "due to the end of civilisation as we know it, the Clamp Cable Network is leaving the air. We hope you've enjoyed our programming, but more importantly we hope you have enjoyed life", the announcement of "CASABLANCA in color and with a happier ending", Christopher Lee, the musical number, the parody of the original's Santa Claus scene, I'll stop there but I know I'm forgetting stuff. I hope the DVD has both versions of the "Film break" scene- the original one in theatres with Hulk Hogan, and the TV version where the Gremlins flip through channels and have a shootout with John Wayne.

05-05-2002, 07:11 PM	#17 (permalink)
Volcane666 Actor Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: U.K.	Haven't seen either movie for years, liked them both, but from what I remember I liked the sequel better.... ... a re-aquaintance with them will be coming shortly I feel! __________________ ------------------------------------------------ "The biggest trick the Devil ever pulled was convincing the world he doesn't exist!"

05-05-2002, 09:32 PM	#18 (permalink)
rolisme Actor Join Date: Feb 2002	I like the first one better ...but I think they both are terrible nowadays. I guess age has changed my tastes. __________________ If you don't like my opinion, don't ask the question. If you never asked the question, just ignore my post. "A gift consists not in what is done or given, but in the intention of the giver or doer." - Seneca 55 BC-39 AD

05-08-2008, 03:38 PM	#19 (permalink)
MJZ Actor Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: England	New BT TV ad featuring the Gremlins: Video: It's Dragon v Gremlins in BT ad \| Media \| guardian.co.uk

05-09-2008, 01:43 AM	#20 (permalink)
mtcarmel00 Wholesome. Actor. Get used to it. Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: San Diego, California	I haven't seen either, so I can't participate in the poll. I wish I could. I should make an effort to see them. __________________ "That could have been your head David." *Clarksville Monkees All-Time Record: 27-27-1* My Photos My DVDs My Blog

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