This Is America Part 2
The sequel to This is America, aka Jabberwalk. This film goes inside the real America circa 1980 - a world of punks, orgies and worm-eating hicks! Romano Vanderbes back on the film making side and Norman Rose back on narrating duty for the second of the This Is America trilogy. Things kick off slightly louder this time with a performance by The Dictators doing a version of America the Beautiful while the titles role, then right into piece about punk star Jello Biafra of the Dead Kennedy's running for mayor of San Francisco. Then back into a more This Is America feeling segment about a crazy fat bloke called Captain Sticky. Among some of the other more interesting segments we get a look at underground vagrants, a piranha attack, martial arts nuns, a family of worm eaters, a drug abusing church and ends with a death row electrocution.
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Plot Summary
This documentary, the second part of a series, delves into various facets of American life and culture during its time. It likely explores societal trends, historical events, and the everyday experiences of Americans, aiming to provide a broad overview of the nation's condition.
Critical Reception
Information on critical reception for 'This Is America Part 2 (1980)' is scarce due to its documentary nature and the time elapsed since its release. As part of a series, it was likely viewed as an educational or observational piece, with reactions varying based on its focus and presentation of American society.
What Reviewers Say
- Likely seen as an observational snapshot of its era.
- May have been appreciated for its documentary style in exploring American life.
- Audience reception would have depended heavily on the specific topics covered.
Google audience: Due to the limited availability of audience reviews for this specific documentary from 1980, a summary of Google user opinions is not available.
Fun Fact
As part of a documentary series, 'This Is America Part 2' was likely produced to offer a cultural and social commentary on the United States during a specific period, aiming for an educational rather than purely entertainment-driven experience.
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