# The Lost Boys (1987)

> A stylish California teen horror comedy where family upheaval collides with a seductive biker vampire gang.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/1006

## Facts

- Runtime: 97 min
- Genres: Horror, Comedy, Thriller
- Director: Joel Schumacher
- Cast: Jason Patric, Corey Haim, Dianne Wiest, Barnard Hughes, Edward Herrmann, Kiefer Sutherland, Jami Gertz, Corey Feldman
- TMDB rating: 7.1/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093437/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: campy, witty, irreverent, halloween, late night viewing

## Synopsis

A thrilling blend of horror and comedy awaits in a coastal town where darkness lurks beneath the surface.

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- [Teen Wolf (1985)](https://ember.film/movie/6731)
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- [River's Edge (1986)](https://ember.film/movie/12821)

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