I can write a full paper on The Hangover Part II — please tell me which of the following you want (pick one), and any specific requirements (length, citation style, academic level, deadline):
When the Wolfpack tracks down Chow in Bangkok (after a detour involving a monk and a tranquilizer dart), they find him running a massive criminal enterprise. The scene where Chow jumps off the rooftop into a river only to crawl out onto a passing barge is pure physical comedy gold. But it is the "finger scene" that solidifies his legend.
Yes, if:
You loved the first one and want more of the same formula, but edgier and with a Thailand backdrop. You enjoy Ken Jeong unleashed.
The Damage:
Alan’s head is shaved, and Stu has a replica of Mike Tyson's facial tattoo.
- The Monkey Problem: The chain-smoking monkey, "Crystal," was a trained capuchin. While funny on screen, the logistics of animal acting in chaotic Bangkok street scenes delayed shooting repeatedly.
- Mel Gibson Fallout: Originally, the cameo role of the tattoo artist (which went to Nick Cassavetes) was written for Mel Gibson. After a wave of negative press regarding Gibson's personal controversies, the cast (specifically Zach Galifianakis) threatened to walk off the set if Gibson was kept. Todd Phillips made the call to scrap Gibson's footage (already shot) and re-shoot with a new actor, costing the studio millions.
- Real-Life Injuries: During the scene where they drive a stolen tuk-tuk through the streets, Ed Helms actually injured his arm. Paul Giamatti, playing the shady Kingsley, reportedly improvised most of his lines, terrifying the actual actors.
- The Monkey, The Monk, And The Car: The scene where the monkey masturbates in the Buddhist monastery offended religious groups in Thailand, leading to threats of a ban. Phillips had to issue a public apology to have the film cleared for release in the country.
- Tattoo Copyright Lawsuit: S. Victor Whitmill, the tattoo artist who designed Mike
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