Only the final sequence involving the zombie cowboy really has more of a horror feel to it. The original House definitely had a comedic spin to it, but it’s tone was generally much darker than this film. House II is really more of a fantasy comedy than a horror film. They also end up rescuing a virgin (Devin Devasquez) from a human sacrifice and getting help from an electrician/adventurer (John Ratzenberger) before a showdown with Gramps’ rotting skeleton former partner. They travel to prehistoric times where a baby pterodactyl has nabbed the skull. As Jesse and Charlie try to get the skull back they find that many of the rooms in the house lead to other dimensions. During the party, though, strange things start to happen, mostly involving strange characters trying to steal the skull. They become so entranced that they forget about the guests coming over for a Halloween party. The next day, Jesse and Charlie sit and listen to Gramps tell stories of his life. Meanwhile, Kate has decided that Lana is the next big thing in the music biz and calls over her boss (Bill Maher) to check her out. He’s a sort of old west zombie who tells them to call him Gramps (Royal Dano). Not only do they find the skull, but they also find great great grandpa still alive. Figuring that the very valuable skull may be buried with him, Jesse and Charlie decide to go dig up the old man’s grave. He was an outlaw and an adventurer who supposedly once found one of the legendary crystal skulls. Through some old books he learns about his great great grandfather, also named Jesse. Jesse quickly becomes quite fascinated by the strange old house and by the history of his family. Shortly after they arrive, Jesse’s friend Charlie (Jonathan Stark) and his singer girlfriend Lana (Amy Yasbeck) show up to freeload. Jesse is joined by his music exec girlfriend Kate (Lar Park Lincoln). The home once belonged to his parents, who died there mysteriously when he was an infant. This time, the home in question is inherited by Jesse (Arye Gross). This film has absolutely nothing to do with the first film except that it also involves a strange old house, and has a Cheers cast member in a small supporting role (the first film had a small role for George Wendt). I mean duh, that big Roman numeral II usually means it’s the second story! While watching it this time my wife pointed out to me that it’s the second “story.” You know, like how a house has stories…as in floors? So, ok, now I think it’s a dumb and clever subtitle.
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I always thought that the follow-up, 1987’s House II: The Second Story had one of the dumbest subtitles in movie history. That’s all it takes to see to it that a sequel is made. Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the housing market… The 1986 film House ended up being fairly successful at the box office.
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