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Great horror movie that’s still stands the test of time so glad best but has it

This is one of my favorite movies from my childhood. It's the typical 80s kids movie, but this time it's in the fantasy/horror genre. It's not gory or over the top. It's just a fun, bizarre ride that takes place in a kid's house while his parents are away. Think Weird Science but without the hot chick. I was a little disappointed in the packaging. I thought it was going to be like the packaging for The Hills Have Eyes (Wes Craven version) that Arrow put out last year. The Gate came in a simple slip cover. Other than that, the picture quality was cool and so were the extras. This is a single disc release.

Watching the Vestron Blu-ray release of the The Gate marked the first time that I had watched the film since my childhood - approximately 25 years ago. The film has held up fairly well - though, in my opinion, it is a notch below other 80s horror/adventure classics with young casts (i.e., The Monster Squad, The Lost Boys, The Goonies). Video and audio quality are good, not great, and the release is chocked full of quality extras.

Like most of the Vestron titles, The Gate is not for everyone and due to this niche line of release, it is rather expensive. However, fans of the film will be pleased with the transfer and supplements. Conversely, fans of 80's cheese who have never seen this, should more than enjoy it.

The Gate was ahead of its time, story wise but mainly effects wise. Sure some of the stop motion would be scoffed at by today's cgi pampered audience. But watching those creepy little demons chase around little Stephen Dorff. Is still are unnerving today as it was when i was a kid.

Vestron has out-done themselves this time. One of the best kids horror films of the 80's is unleashed on blu ray for the first time and it is glorious. Even as a kid, it's obvious Stephen Dorff had potential! The visual effects are great. The story is great. See this film!

The gate is a fantastic little horror gem from the mid 80's. It Jas amazing creature effects with a fun story. If you are a fan of horror you need to do yourself a favor and get this film! Especially this Vestron blu ray which comes packed with a ton of special features

The Gate is a whirlwind of some really fun effects sequences, and those sequences give the film an enjoyable energy that the film's kind of haphazard story telling never really does. There's so much going wrong in Glen's world that it almost becomes comical after a while, and in fact some horror fans probably will be prone to giggle at the hordes of little demons overtaking the family home.

I found out about this film from a YouTube list and decided to check it out. Turns out it's a great movie, forgotten by time but with likable protagonists and a satisfying conclusion. I would definitely recommend it.

The 1980s were a special time. It was a time of practical effects with occasional stop motion animation, and a day when playing records backwards drove parents into a "satanic panic." The Gate is a relic of this mystical magical time, following a group of kids who do '80s things with '80s consequences-- and if you're like me, that kind of thing has great re-watch value.

Awesome oldies but goodie movie. When I was young this movie was around. So now that I’m an adult it brought back memories. Hopefully my kids will enjoy as much as I did.

This was the first horror film I had ever watched. When I found out it was getting the blu-ray treatment, I wasted no time pre-ordering. The picture is great and the movie is just as good as I remember it 30 years ago.

The gate is one of those few horror titles, horror fans have been waiting on to hit blu ray. And it doesn't disappoint, This blu ray is loaded with special features and a great transfer. Highly recommended!

Yet another recommended release from the Vestron Video Collector's Series. Great practical creature effects in this fun late 80's horror film with high replay value. Nice package of bonus features too.

Awesome movie a lot of us grew up with. Not a horror movie, but sort of, but not really. Most people saw it as kids and that's kind of who it was for. It's a great fun little time. Classic.

I grew up on horror movies. I have always been a fan of them. I remember watching this movie when I was 7 or 8 and thinking it was scary, now rewatchng it...not scary at all but still a classic

If you like this movie and do not own, this is a great pick up. The improvements to picture and sound are great and this has more special features than any other release.

Classic 80’s horror action! They don’t make them like this anymore. Great practical effects. Don’t miss this one!

If you are ever in the mood of seeing a funny and thrilling 80's horror movie, please watch The Gate! Definitely one of the scarier movies I saw as a child!

If you love horror movies, you need this one for your collection. It is different and not so scary that older kids can't watch it. Love those 80's horror flicks!