They kidnap Carol and take her to their hideout, where one of the gang members rapes her. Paul seems to have picked up the pieces of his New York life and moved on, now dating KABC news/radio reporter Geri Nichols. A sniper scouts Paul and attempts to kill him, but Ochoa warns Paul and fatally shoots the sniper. At his new home, Paul Kersey's maid, Rosario, is preparing dinner. [6] Winner said the sequel was pertinent because "mugging is now a bigger issue in America. Like the films that best display gritty 1970s New York City--such as Taxi Driver (1976) and Basket Case (1982)--Death Wish II makes you feel almost dirty (in the grimy despair way, not a sexual way) while watching it. Greatest Lines Said Before Killing Someone, Video Nasties: Moral Panic, Censorship & Videotape. Winner had suffered a downturn in his career since the mid-1970s, with no box-office hit since Death Wish. It was fitting that the first kill occurred in a rat- infested building, and the last was an electrocution.Vincent Gardenia is back to track down Kersey after he starts again in Los Angeles.Unlike the serious and tragic first film, this is more focused and revenge-oriented. They reportedly announced their plans to do so prior to actually securing the rights to the franchise. More violence, more sleaze, more intensity, and more Bronson! A Denver reporter investigates the mass murder of a family of Mormons in rural Colorado. Paul, Geri, and Carol spend the aft… 33 of 39 people found this review helpful. Was this review helpful to you? Use the HTML below. Architect/vigilante Paul Kersey takes on the members of a vicious Los Angeles drug cartel to stop the flow of drugs after his girlfriend's daughter dies from an overdose. "Both Death Wish films are a valid comment on American society... the theme of street violence getting out of control is sadly more of a fact of life than it was seven years ago. [4] "You cannot call a film exploitative just because it touches on disturbing issues", said Globus. A melon farmer battles organized crime and a hit man who wants to kill him. Get a sneak peek of the new version of this page. The opening credits bear Page's signature guitar tone, along with the heavy reverb-laden drum sound that he used with Led Zeppelin. Upon hearing a news report of Nirvana's death on the radio, she realizes that Paul really is the vigilante that Ochoa claimed him to be. Ochoa follows Paul to a local square, where Paul is tailing the three remaining gang members. Paul Kersey is listening to freestyle while Rosario(housekeeper) mocks the music and finds an apportunity to change the channel when a commercial pops up.Paul lies to her about not being his station only because Rosario is a great cook. Well, we don't get the great Herbie Hancock score of the first movie, but we do get Jill Ireland, Mrs. Bronson, in one of her last films, directed as Death Wish I and III, by Michael Winner.We also get what I feel is the biggest collection of scumbags ever assembled. [16], "Death Wish II Movie Review & Film Summary", "1982 5th Hastings Bad Cinema Society Stinkers Awards", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Death_Wish_II&oldid=1012672130, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, Melody Santangello as Mary, Tourist's Wife, Terry Leonard as Sniper In Tree (uncredited), This page was last edited on 17 March 2021, at 17:53. Audience Reviews for Death Wish II. Bronson was offered $1.5 million to reprise the role. Filmways decided to postpone release until February 1982 to face a weaker competition for an audience. He particularly criticized the way the film essentially repeats the plot of the original, the contrived incompetence of the police characters, and Jill Ireland's unconvincing performance. Now, armed with his unforgiving semi-automatic Beretta 84 pistol, Kersey prowls the filthy backstreets of L.A., eager to pick up where he left off, and clean up the city. Death Wish II. Nick Riganas. Despite being stabbed repeatedly with a shiv, Paul manages to kill Nirvana by tricking him to punch the defibrillator, which in turn electrocuting him to death. Death Wish II is a 1982 American vigilante action film directed and co-edited by Michael Winner. "[7] The film introduced significant changes for the character of Paul. Death Wish II is a soundtrack album by Jimmy Page, released by Swan Song Records on 15 February 1982, to accompany the film Death Wish II. Geri is writing a story about the case and capital punishment and takes Paul to the hospital to meet the doctor treating Nirvana. It made a $2 million profit for Cannon Films[9] and made an extra $29 million worldwide. View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 1998 CD release of "Death Wish II - The Original Soundtrack" on Discogs. [6] Winner tried to keep the mood on the set lighthearted. A brutal Los Angeles police Lt. is determined to bust up an organization that forces underage girls into prostitution. It was subsequently purchased by Orion Pictures.[6]. Death Wish 2 (Action 1982) Charles Bronson, Jill Ireland & Vincent Gardenia (BR) Movie Mix Channel (MMC) murdered his daughter and housekeeper, … "[4] The idea to produce a sequel to Death Wish (1974) originated with producers Menahem Golan and Yoram Globus, owners of Cannon Films. Written by In Stock. A few months later, Paul speaks about a new architectural design. In the first film, his activities as a vigilante rely only on his use of weapons. Death Wish II is the 1982 sequel to 1974's Death Wish. Death Wish II. [15] The film was nominated for a Razzie Awards for Worst Musical Score. [6] A scene involving the abandoned and crumpling Hollywood Hotel was shot in an actual abandoned hotel months before it was demolished. So yeah, DEATH WISH 2 is basically a nastier remake of the first film, and the rape scenes are horrible, but it’s still fucking awesome. While early ’80s LA isn’t as cool as ’70s NYC, the over the top seedy nature in which it’s presented captures a sleazy vibe of a troubled city. In the story, architect Paul Kersey (Charles Bronson) moves to Los Angeles with his daughter (Robin Sherwood). Paul kills two rapists and wounds Jiver. She serves as both the love interest to Paul and the voice of opposition to the death penalty. [6] Winner said the film was "the same, but different", from the original. Death Wish II An action-packed thriller starring Charles Bronson as Jack Murphy, a cop who is running to stay alive long enough to even the score with his wife's killer. Geri goes to Paul's house, where she finds out that he made a fake doctor's ID. In the original film, Paul would shoot and kill every criminal in his vicinity. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Isaac Hayes was recommended by the producers of the film to compose the score; however, Michael Winner chose former Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page (who was Winner's neighbor at the time). View production, box office, & company info, After using himself as bait to rid New York City of its muggers in, Ninjas, Breakdancers, Death Wishes: Announcing The Cannon Film Guide, a New Book About the Legendary ’80s B-Movie Factory, The History of Cannon Films to be Told in New Book Trilogy, Flashback: Jimmy Page Plays a Ragged ‘Stairway to Heaven’ in 1983, Best Film Score by a Popular Music Artist. Only 6 left in stock - order soon. [6], Vincent Canby of The New York Times said it was "even more foolish, more tacky, and more self-righteously inhumane than the 1974 melodrama off which it has been spun" and "so lethargic that it fails even to provoke outrage." From Wings to Parasite, here's a look back at all of the Best Picture Oscar winners in the history of the ceremony. They spend the afternoon at a fairground, where Paul's wallet is stolen by a gang, consisting of Nirvana, Punkcut, Stomper, Cutter, and Jiver. Death Wish II was released in the United States on February 19, 1982 and released in the United Kingdom on February 11, 1982 and released in Egypt on January 10, 1983. In 1931 Canada, Yukon trapper Johnson has a feud with a dog owner who later retaliates by publicly accusing Johnson of murder and thus triggering a police manhunt in the wilderness. Angelus-Rosedale Cemetery - 1831 W. Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, USA. In his pursuit of vengeance, he loses the only emotional relationship of his life and by story's end has become as much a victim of crime as the thugs he leaves dead in his wake. He negotiated payments for himself, co-producers Hal Landers and Bobby Roberts, and original author Brian Garfield. Paul Kersey is no hero. 2 minutes 26 seconds Added: Jun 2, 2020 Death Wish II: Official Clip - Goodbye . The soundtrack was composed by guitarist Jimmy Page. Paramount Pictures purchased the television broadcast rights for the domestic market. NYPD Detective Frank Ochoa suspects it may be Paul again and is sent to assist with the case. The arms dealer tries to get away, but Paul shoots him and causes his car to drive off a cliff and explodes and Nirvana escapes. Death Wish II is in many ways the perfect sequel. While there, Paul steals another doctor's identification card. Death Wish II (album) - Wikipedia Duffy made his feature film debut as Nirvana, Charles Bronson's chief nemesis in Death Wish II. Later, Paul uses it to enter the asylum and confronts Nirvana. Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. [6], The film grossed $16 million in United States theaters, a rare box-office hit for the ailing Filmways. "[4] Engelbach argued the film raised "serious issues – namely, the deteriorating state of our criminal justice system. Ochoa tells Paul to avenge him before he dies. Death Wish II (1982) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Death Wish II is a 1982 crime thriller directed by Michael Winner.It is the first of four sequels to the 1974 film Death Wish.In Death Wish II, architect Paul Kersey (Charles Bronson) moves to Los Angeles with his daughter.After his daughter is murdered at the hands of several gang members, Kersey is once again forced to become a vigilante. The gang splits up when Paul chases them; he goes to pursue Jiver, whom he corners in an alley but lets the hood go after Jiver tells Paul that he does not have the wallet. Paul Kersey has managed to recover from his shattered life and moved on, and is now dating Los Angeles radio reporter Geri Nichols. Death Wish II: Official Clip - Tracking the Thugs. In Beverly Hills, instead of talking about other people's failed movies – thank God, something has stopped them at last – they talk about their muggings. Released February 20th, 1982, 'Death Wish II' stars Charles Bronson, Jill Ireland, Vincent Gardenia, J.D. Paul Kersey is back at working vigilante justice when his fiancée, Olivia, has her business threatened by mobsters. This item: Death Wish II (PS/RPKG/DVD) by Various DVD $6.98. Ochoa intrudes into Geri's apartment and tells her about Paul's previous vigilante killing spree in New York City. Details. Complete your Jimmy Page collection. "We think our story is a better film story", said Golan. Unlike the original, in which he hunts down every criminal he encounters, Kersey only pursues his family's attackers. The actions of the Bronson character are dictated by the inability of the police to prevent crime, the preoccupation of the courts with technical rather than real justice, and the cancerous climate of fear in which we find ourselves today. After Carol's funeral, he takes his Beretta Model 84 handgun to a low-rent inner-city hotel as a base of operations. [6] Another change involves his abilities. Theatrical rights in the United States and Canada were purchased by Filmways. It is the first of four sequels to the 1974 film Death Wish. Drama 1980 1 hr 28 min. [6] Cannon initially asked Golan to direct the film, but Bronson insisted on instead recruiting Michael Winner, the director of the original. Paul learns from one of Geri's colleagues that the police are preparing a tactical unit to capture Nirvana. Ochoa meets with Mankewicz, who suspects that Ochoa is not telling him everything. Discover releases, reviews, track listings, recommendations, and more about Jimmy Page - Death Wish II (The Original Soundtrack) at Discogs. (1982). If you want to answer the questions, "Who starred in the movie Death Wish II?" He drives to the location to kill him, but Nirvana, under the influence of PCP, slashes his arm and stabs a few officers while he tries to escape. The company still ended 1982 with losses of $52.7 million. An aging hitman befriends a young man who wants to be a professional killer. Aug 09, 2012. "[11] Variety called it "every bit as revolting as... the original". Now a grizzled 73, Bronson can’t be expected to spend Death Wish V running around shooting people. Tried and found criminally insane, he is sent to a mental institution. Rosario tries to call the police, but Nirvana kills her with his crowbar. After using himself as bait to rid New York City of its muggers in Death Wish (1974), Paul Kersey relocates to Los Angeles with his traumatised daughter, trying to wipe the slate clean, and bury the past. List ranges from Laurence Fishburne to Charles Bronson, plus much more. The LAPD suspect that the murders are the work of a vigilante and ask the NYPD for guidance as they dealt with a vigilante spree years earlier. In the story, architect Paul Kersey (Charles Bronson) moves to Los Angeles with his daughter (Robin Sherwood). It is the first of four sequels to the 1974 film Death Wish. [6] Several of the extras of the film were various locals who were hired to play a bit part or happened to be passing by during a shooting. A poll for HBO noted Death Wish II to be higher in demand by paying viewers than Chariots of Fire (1981). Donald Kay, a sympathetic orderly at the hospital, recognizes Paul from the newspaper coverage of Carol's death, and gives him three minutes to escape before he rings the alarm. "They'd made a hero out of him", said Garfield. Architect Paul Kersey once again becomes a vigilante when he tries to find the five street punks who murdered his daughter and housekeeper, this time on the dark streets of Los Angeles. His single-minded pursuit extends to ignoring other potential targets. [6] Winner recalled that De Laurentiis was having second thoughts about letting someone else produce the sequel and offered to hire him to do the film for his own production company. The original script set the action in San Francisco, but the revision moved the setting to Los Angeles. With the murder of his wife and the revenge against her killers now behind him, Kersey begins a new life in LA. Cannon Films was able to sell distribution rights to several interested buyers. Eventually it becomes clear that someone has betrayed them. Charles Bronson returns with a vengeance (quite literally) in this sequel to the popular crime thriller DEATH WISH. Architect/vigilante Paul Kersey arrives back in New York City and is forcibly recruited by a crooked police chief to fight street crime caused by a large gang terrorizing the neighborhoods. [6] The film was originally intended for release around the Christmas of 1981. Available on iTunes, Cinemax, Prime Video, Hulu Paul Kersey (Charles Bronson), a self-appointed one-man vigilante squad, has moved to Los Angeles, but cannot escape irrational, brutal violence. [10] Roger Ebert gave it zero stars, noting that he reserves this rating solely for those very few films that are both "artistically inept and morally repugnant." First sequel to the classic revenge action drama Death Wish is a step up in violence and action. [13] On Metacritic the film has a weighted average score of 11 out of 100, based on 7 critics, indicating "Overwhelming Dislike". Besides – rape doesn't date! He follows them to an abandoned park, where a major arms and drug deal is underway. Dino De Laurentiis, co-producer of the original film, threatened them with a lawsuit unless they properly purchased the rights. Twenty off-duty men of the LAPD were hired to protect the film cast and crew from potential trouble. After his daughter is murdered at the hands of several gang members, Kersey once again chooses to become a vigilante. An LAPD detective and his rookie partner are on the trail of a psychopathic young man who is murdering young women. "That's what sequels are – Rocky II, Rocky III – you don't see Sylvester Stallone move to the Congo and become a nurse. Brian Garfield, author of the original Death Wish novel, was so unhappy with the film version that he wrote his own sequel, Death Sentence. The sequel was produced by Cannon Films, which had purchased the rights to the Death Wish concept from Dino De Laurentiis. However, once again, Paul catches the eye of a new bunch of savage street thugs, and before long, rape and murder destroy his family. Although Death Wish I had its brutal moments, Death Wish II amplifies that atmosphere and sustains it through its length. [12], On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 33% based on 19 reviews, with an average rating of 3.58/10. Death Wish II is a 1982 American vigilante action film directed and co-edited by Michael Winner. The cast members of Death Wish II have been in many other movies, so use this list as a starting point to find actors or actresses that you may not be familiar with. A New York City architect becomes a one-man vigilante squad after his wife is murdered by street punks in which he randomly goes out and kills would-be muggers on the mean streets after dark. Paul then walks off into the night. But, Paul's brutal method of justice is starting to attract unwanted attention. Ochoa fears that Paul, when caught, will reveal that he was released without being charged for killing the nine muggers in New York City. He obtains a police scanner and, by monitoring police radio traffic, finds out when and where the arrest is going to take place. It has since earned further money at home and abroad through release for the video market. The sequel makes a complete breakaway from the Brian Garfield novels Death Wish and Death Sentence, redefining the Paul Kersey character. After Paul returns to his house, Geri confronts him about Ochoa's revelation, but he denies it. The film's soundtrack was released in February 1982. Title: It is the second installment in the Death Wish film series. Ochoa is mortally wounded by Nirvana, and Paul shots Cutter in the head and another dealer and wounds Punkcut. A professional killer comes out of retirement to investigate and avenge the brutal murder of an old friend. The next evening, he observes and follows Stomper into an abandoned building as a drug deal is about to be made. In the sequel, he is after five specific criminals who are responsible for the death of his daughter. When Paul is asked if he is able to attend, he answers, "What else would I be doing?" It takes all the great things about the original and amps it up like only an 80’s sequel can. Death Wish II Charles Bronson Jill Ireland Vincent Gardenia (1982) The architect (Charles Bronson) from New York turns vigilante in Los Angeles after more brutality too close to home. Bronson reprises his role as vigilante Paul Kersey, whose family is once again victimized after moving to Los Angeles from New York. When the police arrive, Lieutenant Mankewicz asks for help identifying the muggers, but Paul refuses. These punks aren’t worth the effort. He is seen to ignore most thieves, drug dealers, and one violent pimp. The second installment in the Death Wish film series, the film continues the exploits of Charles Bronson 's Paul Kersey aka "The Vigilante" as he seeks revenge on a new bunch of street thugs that cross his path in the city of Los Angeles. "[4] David Engelbach was then asked to write the screenplay. Portions of the score were sampled by Twiztid in the song "Spiderwebs" from their album Heartbroken & Homicidal. Winner refused, and De Laurentiis did not renege on his deal with Cannon. It's spread to towns where it was not a problem before. FREE Shipping on orders over $25.00. Death Wish II is the sequel to Michael Winner's original Death Wish movie. "[8] The film was shot on location and depicted actual "sleazy" areas of the city. Carol attempts to flee by running through a plate-glass window and falls onto an iron fence and is impaled. Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Among them were drug addicts, a drag queen, Hare Krishnas, and bikers. Legendary tough guy Charles Bronson resumes his trademark role as the hard-as-nails urban avenger in DEATH WISH II. In the sequel, he is able to beat up men who are considerably younger than himself. My boy Bronson has no time for theatrics. He is invited by his employer to a party. They gag and restrain Rosario, Paul's housekeeper. Death Wish II - インターネット・ムービー・データベース （英語） この項目は、 映画 に関連した 書きかけの項目 です。 この項目を加筆・訂正 などしてくださる 協力者を求めています （ P:映画 / PJ映画 … [14], The movie was nominated for a Stinkers Bad Movie Awards for Worst Picture. Michael Winner (director) returns for Death Wish II starring yet again Charles Bronson as the vigilante killer.. After his daughter is killed he takes revenge on a gang of 5 punks who raped and killed her and Her doctor says that despite traumatic catatonia, Carol has begun to speak again. It earned $16.1 million during its domestic theatrical run. All were included by the director in an attempt to get an authentic feel of the streets of Los Angeles. A good film, nonetheless. It was succeeded by Death Wish III. How many different cuts this movie exist? Death Wish by Charles Bronson DVD $6.65. ''Death Wish II,'' which opened yesterday at the Loews State 2 and other theaters, is even more foolish, more tacky and more selfrighteously inhumane … It is the second installment in the Death Wish film series. [6] Jill Ireland was cast in the film because Bronson, her husband, insisted on it. The final result was Fighting Back (1982). [6] Columbia Pictures purchased the international distribution rights. The company had recently acquired American International Pictures, known for its exploitation films, and the film would fit right in with their library of genre films. Cannon executive Menahem Golan planned to direct the film, but Winner returned on Bronson's insistence. Then Paul follows Jiver's blood trail into an abandoned warehouse and kills him. Unlike the original, in which he hunts down every criminal he encounters… She listens to Sade - "By Your Side" The following night, he hears screams from a couple being assaulted by four muggers, which includes Jiver, in a parking garage. After his daughter is murdered at the hands of several gang members, Kersey once again chooses to become a vigilante. Paul shoots twice one of the dealers and orders the others out before he shoots Stomper twice. Check out our editors' picks for the movies and shows we're excited about this month, like Mortal Kombat, "Them," and Stowaway. One involved his modus operandi as a vigilante. He agreed to return to the franchise and also took the initiative in revising Engelbach's script. When Paul arrives home with his daughter, he is beaten unconscious. Death Wish II was released in the United States in February 1982 by Filmways Pictures, but like the original, Columbia Pictures handled the international release and Paramount Pictures, via Trifecta Entertainment and Media, handles the television rights. A news broadcast details an increase in crime in Los Angeles. Then, they begin taking turns raping her. Thomas F. Duffy as Nirvana, Kevyn Major Howard as Stomper, Stuart K. Robinson as Jiver, Laurence Fishburne as Cutter, and E. Lamont Johnson as Punkut. Which Is Your Favorite 1980s Action Movie Guilty Pleasure? Will the police corner the notorious vigilante this time? Here the look of LA is what's different. [6] Cannon did not want to use Garfield's book, preferring an original story by David Engelbach, Golan, and Hal Landers. The producer, however, started work on a "clone" of the film. The agreement included future payments for each prospective sequel. "Just because a film is terrifying, that doesn't mean the people making it have to be grim", he said.[4]. The film became the top-grossing film of its opening week. The gang finds Paul's home address in his wallet and later breaks into his house. "I thought I'd shown that he'd become a very sick man. Paul escapes, and Punkcut dies from his injuries after giving information about Nirvana to the police. Death Wish II is a soundtrack album by Jimmy Page, released by Swan Song Records on 15 February 1982, to accompany the film Death Wish II. They go to pick up Paul's daughter Carol from the hospital. Death Wish II is a 1982 American vigilante action film directed and co-edited by Michael Winner.It is the first of four sequels to the 1974 film Death Wish.In the story, architect Paul Kersey (Charles Bronson) moves to Los Angeles with his daughter (Robin Sherwood).After his daughter is murdered at the hands of several gang members, Kersey once again chooses to become a vigilante. 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