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Nice Dreams
Nice Dreams - it rhymes with ice creams. And that's what Cheech and Chong are selling in this thoroughly wacky comedy. The outrageous, permanently spaced-out duo sells enough of their "specially mixed" ice cream to take the cash and realize their fondest dreams: new guitars, islands in the sun and beautiful women. But, of course, not everything goes as planned. While celebrating their wealth in a new wave Chinese restaurant, Cheech meets his long-lost love Donna, and promptly escorts her to her posh penthouse. He soon learns, however, that Donna's boyfriend, an ex-con named Animal, is on his way to her boudoir. Meanwhile, Chong has unwittingly exchanged all their money for a worthless bank check - and the only way to get it back is to escape into a nearby insane asylum.
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Plot Summary
Cheech and Chong are hired to investigate a movie studio where they believe a new movie is being made about them without their permission. They infiltrate the studio, leading to a series of drug-fueled misadventures and encounters with eccentric characters.
Critical Reception
Nice Dreams was generally met with a lukewarm reception from critics, seen as a typical entry in the Cheech & Chong filmography, relying heavily on their established marijuana humor. Audiences familiar with their work often found it amusing, though some felt the formula was becoming repetitive.
What Reviewers Say
Relies heavily on the duo's signature stoner comedy and improvisation.
Familiar humor that may feel repetitive to some viewers.
Features a few memorable comedic set pieces and cameos.
Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a humorous if predictable addition to Cheech & Chong's film catalog, appreciating the familiar comedic dynamic and the abundance of marijuana-related jokes.
Fun Fact
The film features an early appearance by The Fabulous Stains, a fictional punk rock band that became a cult favorite, with members of The Go-Go's and The Runaways involved in the music.
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