Fubar II
Fubar II

Movie spotlight

Fubar II

2010
Movie
85 min
English

Terry and Dean head north to make sweet cash in the oil patch.

Insights

IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Google Users65%
Director: Michael DowseGenres: Comedy, Action

Plot Summary

Dean and Terry, two lifelong friends and heavy metal enthusiasts, embark on a perilous journey to a remote mining community in the Canadian Arctic. Their mission is to retrieve Dean's beloved "Tron" guitar, which was stolen by his ex-girlfriend. Along the way, they face harsh weather, suspicious locals, and their own immaturity as they try to reclaim the instrument and their pride.

Critical Reception

FUBAR II received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its unapologetic crudeness and commitment to its over-the-top comedic premise. While some found its humor to be juvenile and repetitive, many appreciated its unique brand of stoner-metal buddy comedy and the chemistry between its leads. The film's budget limitations were apparent, but its earnest dedication to its lowbrow aesthetic resonated with its target audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its crude and over-the-top humor.

  • Appreciated for its commitment to its unique stoner-metal aesthetic.

  • Criticized by some for its juvenile and repetitive jokes.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally found FUBAR II to be a fun, albeit silly, sequel that delivered on its promise of raunchy comedy and heavy metal absurdity. Many enjoyed the return of Dean and Terry and their outrageous antics in the extreme Arctic setting, though some felt the humor didn't always land and the plot was thin.

Fun Fact

The film's setting in the Canadian Arctic presented significant logistical challenges for the production, including extreme cold and limited daylight hours, which the filmmakers embraced as part of the movie's gritty aesthetic.

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