How Did This Get Made? Speed 2: Cruise Contral w/ Scott Aukerman (HDTGM Matinee)
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Jun 24, 2025 
Scott Aukerman, a writer and comedian known for Comedy Bang! Bang!, joins the hosts for a hilarious dive into the chaos of 'Speed 2: Cruise Control.' They candidly discuss the glaring absence of Keanu Reeves and humorously question the lack of leeches in Willem Dafoe's performance. The conversation escalates as they analyze ridiculous plot points, bizarre character dynamics, and the over-the-top action sequences. With engaging anecdotes and laugh-out-loud critiques, they highlight why this film is a cult classic for its so-bad-it’s-good charm.
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Origin of Speed 2's Plot
- Jan de Bont's nightmare of a boat crashing inspired Speed 2's plot instead of a traditional script.
- The movie changed actor Keanu Reeves to Jason Patrick abruptly, disrupting continuity from the first film.
Leeches as Useless Villain Quirk
- Willem Dafoe's villain character was given leeches as a quirky trait but with no meaningful role.
- The leeches symbolize his illness but fail to impact the story or effectively motivate his villainy.
Odd Use of Sign Language
- The movie's handling of sign language is odd because characters sign but also speak what they sign.
- This reduces authenticity and shows the film's inconsistent approach to accessibility.