The Lost Boys (1987): The Best Quotes from the Movie
The Lost Boys is a 1987 American horror film directed by Joel Schumacher and starring Jason Patric, Corey Haim, Kiefer Sutherland, Corey Feldman, Dianne Wiest, Edward Herrmann, Barnard Hughes, and Brooke McCarter. The film tells the story of two brothers who move to a new town and discover that it is inhabited by teenage vampires. The Lost Boys is considered a cult classic of the vampire film genre and features memorable performances, an iconic soundtrack, and some of the most quoted lines in horror movie history. In this article, we will revisit some of the best and most memorable quotes from the film.
A quick Introduction to The Lost Boys Movie and its Legacy
The Lost Boys was released in 1987, directed by Joel Schumacher and produced by Richard Donner. It stars Jason Patric and Corey Haim as Michael and Sam Emerson, two brothers who move with their recently divorced mother Lucy (Dianne Wiest) to the fictional coastal California town of Santa Carla.
The title of the film refers to the "Lost Boys" of Neverland in J.M. Barrie's story Peter Pan, drawing a connection between the eternal youth of the characters and vampires who never grow old. Upon arriving in Santa Carla, Michael and Sam learn that the town has a dark underbelly and is home to a gang of teenage vampire bikers led by David (Kiefer Sutherland).
The film was a commercial success, grossing over $32 million against a $8.5 million budget. Over the years it has attained cult status, with Corey Feldman's character Edgar Frog becoming an iconic vampire hunter. The soundtrack, featuring songs by INXS, Echo & the Bunnymen, and Gerard McMann, is also considered one of the best in 80's teen horror movies.
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Iconic Quotes from Characters
The Lost Boys contains many funny, chilling, and memorable quotes that capture the distinct personalities of the characters. Here are some of the most iconic lines from the film's characters:
Edgar Frog
"Good night, bloodsucker!"
One of the famous vampire hunting Frog brothers, Edgar has several badass lines while staking vampires. This one is uttered after he impales a vampire with a stake through the heart.
"Holy s*, vampire hotel!"
Upon realizing the vampires' lair is the abandoned hotel in Santa Carla, Edgar delivers this perfectly timed comedic line.
"You better get yourself a garlic t-shirt, buddy, or it's your funeral."
Edgar warns Sam to protect himself as they investigate the presence of vampires. The Frog brothers' obsession with vampires provides some hilarious moments.
"One thing about living in Santa Carla I never could stomach...all the damn vampires."
In the opening scene, Edgar sets the tone by breaking the fourth wall and addressing the audience directly about the vampire problem in Santa Carla.
Sam Emerson
As Michael's younger brother, Sam plays an integral role in uncovering the truth about the head vampire.
“Death by stereo!”
When Sam starts blasting music to irritate the vampires, he announces his attack with this clever quip.
“Holy s*, vampire hotel!”
Sam has the same reaction as Edgar when they realize where the vampires hide out.
“You’ll never grow old, Michael, and you’ll never die. But you must feed!”
While reading vampire comics for clues, Sam discovers the meaning of Michael's initiation and implores him not to give in to his bloodlust.
Grandpa
The eccentric taxidermist grandfather provides some of the most memorable quips.
“If all the corpses buried around here were to stand up all at once, we’d have one hell of a population problem.”
With his morbid sense of humor, this line perfectly captures Grandpa's darkly comedic spirit.
“Lucy, you’re the only woman I ever knew that didn’t improve her situation by getting divorced.”
Grandpa dryly jokes with his daughter Lucy after her divorce. Barnard Hughes' delivery makes this line truly hilarious.
"One thing about living in Santa Carla I never could stomach...all the damn vampires."
In an iconic fourth-wall breaking moment, Grandpa utters the film's most famous line right at the audience.
David
As the charismatic leader of the Lost Boys, David recruits Michael into the fold with these chilling lines:
“You’ll never grow old, Michael, and you’ll never die. But you must feed!”
David entices Michael with the promise of immortality, on the condition that he feeds on human blood.
“Drink this, Michael. Become one of us.”
During Michael's initiation, David persuades him to drink vampire blood and fully transform.
“You’re a creature of the night, Michael. Just like out of a comic book.”
David draws comparisons between Michael's transformation into a vampire and the comic books they love.
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Other Key Quotes
Aside from the main characters, other iconic lines in The Lost Boys include:
“Initiations' over Michael, it’s time to join the club!” - David Powers
The lead vampire makes a creepy invitation for Michael to become a full vampire.
“Kill your brother. You’ll feel better.” - Alan Frog
Edgar's brother Alan suggests an extreme way for Sam to deal with his brother being a half-vampire.
“Even though you’re a vampire, you’re still my brother.” - Sam Emerson
Sam shows his devotion to his brother despite finding out he is a half vampire.
“Great! The bloodsucking Brady Bunch!” - Edgar Frog
A classic line when Edgar realizes how large the vampire group is that they are dealing with.
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Examining Key Themes Through Quotes
Many of The Lost Boys' most pivotal quotes provide insight into the film's central themes. Let's examine some of these themes:
The Seductive Nature of Vampires
The vampires in the film have an alluring, almost sexy appeal that draws in victims. David's use of persuasion reflects the seductive danger of vampires:
“You’ll never grow old, Michael, and you’ll never die. But you must feed!”
This tempting promise ignores the dark implications of what Michael would have to give up in exchange for immortality.
Perpetual Adolescence
The teenage vampires embody themes of youth and adolescence frozen in time:
“You’re a creature of the night, Michael. Just like out of a comic book.”
David recognizes that being a vampire would allow Michael to stay an eternal teenager like the characters in the comic books they love.
Mans Battles with Bestial Impulses
Becoming a half-vampire makes Michael struggle with violent bloodlust:
“Kill your brother. You’ll feel better.”
This quote highlights the inner beast Michael has to resist once infected with vampirism.
The Allure of Rebellion
The vampire gang represents teenage rebellion taken to the extreme:
“Initiations' over Michael, it’s time to join the club!”
David makes resisting the temptation to be a full vampire, and member of their rebellious group, nearly impossible.
Brotherhood and Loyalty
Despite Michael becoming a half-vampire, Sam stays devoted to him:
“Even though you’re a vampire, you’re still my brother.”
This quote demonstrates the strength of familial bonds overcoming even supernatural obstacles.
Impactful Dialogue Delivered by Gifted Actors
A major part of what makes these quotes so memorable is the talented cast delivering them. Let's look at some of the standout performances:
Kiefer Sutherland brings a sinister charisma to the vampire leader David. His captivating performance makes David equally charming and menacing. Sutherland's delivery of iconic lines like "Drink this, Michael. Become one of us." reflect David's hypnotic power over his victims.
Corey Feldman channels amusing teenage bravado as vampire hunter Edgar Frog. Feldman's humorous line delivery makes Edgar a fun, engaging character. Quotes like “You better get yourself a garlic t-shirt, buddy, or it's your funeral” work so well thanks to Feldman's energetic performance.
Corey Haim portrays Sam's innocence and courage as he supports his brother but wants to destroy the vampires. Haim's emotional delivery gives impact to Sam's poignant quotes like “Even though you’re a vampire, you’re still my brother.”
Barnard Hughes' crotchety grandfather is hilarious, thanks to Hughes' comedic timing. Hughes nails the perfect deadpan delivery of funny lines like “If all the corpses buried around here were to stand up all at once, we’d have one hell of a population problem.”
The talented cast's performances truly bring the memorable quotes from The Lost Boys to life. Their skill in delivering the lines is a big part of why the quotes stick in viewers' minds and contribute to the film's lasting appeal.
From the Frog brothers’ quips to Grandpa's deadpan deliveries, the quotes showcase the film’s ability to blend horror, comedy, and teenage melodrama in an entertaining way. The characters and their dialogue are so memorable that they have transcended the movie to become pop culture icons.
Three and a half decades later, fans still regularly quote their favorite lines as a way of paying tribute to this beloved vampire classic. The Lost Boys’ endlessly quotable script ensures its legacy as one of the great cult films of all time will never die. Thanks to its iconic quotes, the film will never grow old for generations of fans to come.
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