I didn’t enjoy this at all. It was a pleasure seeing Robert Picardo and John Glover on screen early in their careers, which added something positive. However, it seemed like they were attempting to replicate the success of an earlier project with little original thought. The film began promisingly, avoiding direct reuse of the previous story's plot; but then it lost its direction, resorting to a series of unfortunate…

It's hard to say who "Gremlins 2: The New Batch" was really made for, given how strange and visually overwhelming it is. There are moments where the violence seems inappropriate for younger viewers, while at the same time, the film’s silliness probably won’t appeal to older teens. Despite this, it's quite amusing in its own messy fashion, as a flimsy plot connects one bizarre scene after another. The gremlins themsel…

It possessed some of that clever wit and a touch of sarcasm, but fundamentally remains a horror film. _The New Batch_, however, takes a different approach, embracing a playful, self-aware comedic style. It functions as a comedy, yet this doesn't detract from the experience; it’s akin to the delight found in _Gremlins 2_. Final rating:★★★½ - I enjoyed it considerably and would enthusiastically suggest checking it o…