Go Trabi Go 2: Those Were the Days of the Wild East
Go Trabi Go 2: Those Were the Days of the Wild East

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Go Trabi Go 2: Those Were the Days of the Wild East

1992
Movie
93 min
German

Elated by the Italian attitude to life, family Struutz returns to Bitterfeld and experiences a shock: In the turmoil of the reunification her house must give way to a golf course. Hope Udo teacher, his wife Rita and daughter Jacqueline through the surprising inheritance of a factory near Dresden. But of market economy, the staid Saxons unfortunately have no idea. Help comes in the guise of adventurer and condoms dealer Charlie, who works as a "business consultant" and gives Udo a Rock & Roll crash course in capitalism - with unsurpassed success.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Wolfgang KolnederGenres: Comedy, Road Movie

Plot Summary

The Gebel family, still inseparable from their beloved Trabi, embarks on a new adventure, this time traveling through Eastern Europe. Their journey is filled with humorous mishaps and cultural encounters as they navigate the rapidly changing landscape after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Facing new challenges and embracing the spirit of freedom, the family's bond is tested and strengthened.

Critical Reception

While the sequel to the popular 'Go Trabi Go', the second installment received a more mixed reception. Critics often noted its reliance on the charm of the first film's premise without offering significant narrative innovation. However, audiences familiar with the original and interested in the nostalgic portrayal of post-reunification Germany often found it an enjoyable, light-hearted comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on the established charm of the Trabi car and the family's quirky dynamic.

  • Offers a nostalgic look at the early days of post-reunification Eastern Europe.

  • Fails to recapture the novelty and critical success of its predecessor.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Go Trabi Go 2' are scarce, but general sentiment suggests it's a fun, light-hearted film for those who enjoyed the first installment, particularly for its portrayal of the era and the iconic Trabant car.

Fun Fact

The film captures the spirit of the 'Wild East' by showcasing the rapid changes and lingering stereotypes in Eastern Europe following the fall of the Berlin Wall.

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