Super Troopers 2

Super Troopers 2 is a 2018 comedy film that follows five Vermont state troopers who are reassigned to a new station in the Canadian border after their previous station was shut down due to budget cuts. The film is directed by and stars Jay Chandrasekhar, Kevin Heffernan, Steve Lemme, alongside Paul Soter and Erik Stolhanske, who together form the comedy troupe Broken Lizard.

Super Troopers 2 picks up 17 years after the events of the first film. The film opens with a scene from 1777, when French and American soldiers are fighting together against British soldiers in a woodland area. In the midst of the battle, a map is created that marks the border between Canada and the United States. Years later, it is discovered that the map was incorrect and the border needs to be re-drawn. It is up to the newly-appointed troopers to make sure everything goes smoothly with the border patrol.

However, the new station’s welcome is not a warm one, as they must contend with hostile Canadian locals and officers, as well as their own bumbling attempts to fit into Canadian culture. While trying to prove themselves to the local police in order to preserve their new station, they stumble across a smuggling ring operating across the border. As they get closer to unraveling the international conspiracy, they must use their unique state trooper tactics to save the day.

Throughout the film, the characters engage in a series of hijinks, pranks, and outrageous situations while trying to uphold the law. The comedy is a mix of physical humor, situational humor, and verbal humor. The characters are all distinct with their own quirks and personalities, and the ensemble cast works well together, playing off each other's strengths.

The film touches on themes of cultural differences and international relations, while also exploring the friendships and camaraderie between the main characters. The film’s humor is often crude, with jokes about sex, drugs, and bodily functions, but it is balanced by a certain charm and sincerity that fans of the original Super Troopers will appreciate.

The film’s production values are solid, with impressive sets and cinematography. The film is shot on location in Canada, which adds to the realism of the setting. The soundtrack also features a mix of classic rock and contemporary music that enhances the humor and atmosphere.

Overall, Super Troopers 2 is a gleefully irreverent comedy that will delight fans of the original film, as well as newcomers to the franchise. It maintains the spirit of the first film, while also introducing fresh new ideas, characters, and scenarios. The film is not high-brow, but it is unapologetically fun and entertaining. The comedy troupe Broken Lizard has delivered another enjoyable comedy that is sure to leave audiences laughing out loud.