The Monster Squad

Time for a short rewind to the 80s with The Monster Squad. The story centers on a group of young kids who are really into monsters, the Universal Horror variety of Frankenstein, Wolfman and Dracula. Fortunately (or unfortunately) for them, they get to do battle with those very creatures. While watching it, I felt like it was the younger cousin of The Goonies or Lost Boys.

Most of the plot details leave a lot to be desired such as why this actually happens where it does, where the Van Helsing book comes from, how did the crystal get in the basement of the house, etc. And all of this written by Lethal Weapon scribe Shane Black! However, this movie is obviously for young kids with a love of classic monsters so you can't fault it too much...or can you? Check out the trailer and judge for yourself.