Pork Pie
Pork Pie

Pork Pie

2017Movie105 minEnglish

A trio of accidental outlaws travel the length of New Zealand, protesting conformity and chasing lost love, with a posse of cops and a media frenzy in pursuit.

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IMDb5.8/10
Google Users68%
Director: Matt MurphyGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A modern reimagining of the iconic 1981 New Zealand film 'Goodbye Pork Pie,' this action-comedy follows a trio of unlikely companions on a chaotic road trip across the country. Jon, a small-time criminal, is forced to flee with his pregnant girlfriend, an aspiring journalist, and a ski-loving mechanic, all while pursued by the law and a relentless gangster.

Critical Reception

Pork Pie (2017) received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its energetic pacing, nods to the original film, and comedic elements, others found it to be a less impactful and somewhat derivative remake that struggled to capture the spirit of its predecessor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fun road trip adventure and connection to the original film.
  • Criticized for not fully living up to the legacy of the 1981 classic.
  • Acknowledged for its energetic chase sequences and lighthearted tone.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an entertaining and amusing road trip movie, appreciating its humor and the modern take on a beloved story. Some viewers felt it was a decent successor to the original, though others wished it had offered more originality.

Fun Fact

The film features several nods to the original 1981 'Goodbye Pork Pie,' including the use of a similar yellow Mini and recreating iconic scenes.

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Peter McGinn

Peter McGinn

We have had access to a few New Zealand movies in recent months and I find myself finding films I had never heard of and which are quite good. This Pork Pie remake of an older version is one of them. I enjoyed it a lot, despite knowing e...