Shelved Cult Sequel
Leaked 'Kung Fury 2' Footage Reignites Hope for Shelved Schwarzenegger, Fassbender Action Comedy
A 10-minute internal sizzle reel for the long-shelved action-comedy 'Kung Fury 2' was leaked online, featuring an all-star cast including Michael Fassbender, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and David Hasselhoff. The sequel, directed by David Sandberg, was halted in post-production in 2020 due to a $10 million lawsuit involving an investor, leaving the film's future uncertain. The leaked footage, confirmed authentic by the filmmakers, showcases the franchise's signature 1980s-inspired action and absurdist plot, with the Thunder Cops battling Adolf Hitler in neon-lit Miami. Sandberg expressed bittersweet feelings about the leak, noting it was an internal promo not meant for public release, but hopes it renews interest in the project. The footage was quickly removed from online platforms due to copyright claims. The incident has reignited fan enthusiasm for the cult series despite ongoing legal and financial issues.
Key Points
The Thunder Cops team in the sequel includes a real T-rex named TriceraCop, a hacker character called Hackerman, and a warrior woman named Barbarianna, highlighting the movie's eclectic and absurdist style.
Michael Fassbender's character, Colt Magnum, is described as the 'best god d*mn FBI agent in the world' and sports a distinctive mullet and mustache, adding to the film's exaggerated 1980s aesthetic.
Arnold Schwarzenegger portrays a cigar-chomping, shotgun-toting U.S. President who is 'out to kick some Nazi ass,' contributing to the film's over-the-top and comedic tone.
David Hasselhoff returns as a sentient 80s sports car named the Hoff 9000, reprising his role from the original film as Kung Fury's car.
The film was primarily shot using green screen technology in Sweden and was originally planned as a feature-length follow-up to the viral Kickstarter-funded short.
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