Review of Leprechaun 2 (1994) by Liam U — 29 Apr 2011

Just when you thought it was safe to celebrate St. Patrick's Day again, the pesky Leprechaun is back! This time he's in search of a bride, and the unlucky lass isn't going to go up the aisle without a fight.

'Leprechaun 2 (1994)' once again blends horror and comedy, but the Leprechaun is starting to edge more towards parody and ridicule. Unfortunately the characters are even more insepid this time around, which is quite irritating. Sandy Baron plays Morty, a man so annoying he is on par with Jar-Jar Binks. Thankfully he gets his comeuppance, but his presence is still woeful. Shevonne Durkin is also rather badly cast as the love interest, Bridget. Spouting awful lines and being a general cow, it's a wonder why both Leprechaun and lead character Cody (Charlie Heath) are so hellbent on winning her love. Thankfully Charlie Heath is bearable in the lead role, but his job mostly consists of running around with a look of mild concern on his face.

In order to win Bridget as his fair maiden, the Leprechaun must make her sneeze three times. To be fair, this isn't much of a plot, but the director Rodman Flender just about makes it work. There are some rather inspired scenes, and a few funny moments, but the real draw to this film is Warwick Davis. In full Leprechaun makeup and costume, he's a weird mix between grotesque and hilarious, with his evil little face and his shiny little shoes.

There's also a gaggle of midgets abound, so that's always welcome.