Tenacious D: Butt Baby
Tenacious D: Butt Baby

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Tenacious D: Butt Baby

2002
Movie
7 min
English

JB and KG head out to the desert to expand their minds with LSD.

Insights

Director: Liam LynchGenres: Comedy, Music

Plot Summary

This short film is a comedic music video and narrative featuring the rock duo Tenacious D. It tells the surreal story of the birth of a demonic entity known as 'Butt Baby' and its subsequent rise to power. The video is characterized by its over-the-top humor, crude jokes, and original music from the band.

Critical Reception

As a short, promotional piece for Tenacious D, 'Butt Baby' was primarily seen by fans and those interested in the band's unique brand of comedy. It garnered attention within the comedy and music video communities for its outlandish concept and execution, aligning with the band's established reputation for irreverent and satirical humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its bizarre and memorable concept.

  • Appreciated for its signature Tenacious D blend of crude humor and music.

  • Seen as a cult favorite among fans of the band.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Butt Baby' is largely confined to discussions among Tenacious D fans, who generally appreciate its extreme humor and musical contributions as representative of the band's unique style. It's considered a memorable, albeit niche, piece of their early work.

Fun Fact

The 'Butt Baby' short was created as part of the promotional material for Tenacious D's self-titled debut album and also served as a precursor to their later film, 'Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny'.

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