I recently watched The Gate 2: The Trespassers (1990) on YouTube. The storyline follows a new family that moves into the house from the first film. The son in the house is bullied and struggles with girls, so he opens the Gate hoping to be granted his every wish, but discovers his wishes come with a price. Can he and his new love interest find a way to close the Gate before hell is unleashed on Earth?
Directed by Tibor Takács (The Gate), the film stars Louis Tripp (The Gate), Simon Reynolds (Saw IV), Pamela Adlon (Grease 2), James Kidnie (Sea of Love), and Elva Mai Hoover (Superman II).
This sequel is a significant step down from the first film but still entertaining and worth a watch for fans of the original. The cinematography is mediocre, but the monsters are solid and entertaining to watch. There's a cool bathroom transformation scene, and while the conclusion isn't as good as the first film, it's still fun to watch unfold. The special effects depicting the other side of the Gate are interesting. The acting is good enough, with an 80s feel, and Pamela Adlon reminds me of a young Demi Moore. Additionally, there are some cool muscle cars (Corvette and Challenger).
In conclusion, The Gate 2: The Trespassers isn't as good as the first film but still has some charming, redeeming elements. I would score this a 5.5/10 and recommend it with the appropriate expectations.