Hamlet 2 is a film that should have been more popular than it was if only for it's use of politically incorrect humor. The film centers around a failing high school drama teacher who was previously a failed actor who tries to do one more play before his dying drama program is finally cancelled. The play that he finally decides to do is a musical sequel of the Shakespeare classic Hamlet. However his subject material (including a sexy Jesus and a time machine) are called into question as word gets out that the film is incredibly offensive.
The writing and performances really stole the show for me as Steve Coogan gives a great performance as the thick drama teacher who seems incapable of success. Coogan creates an odd man who is completely oblivious as to how bad he is at his job. Another noteworthy performance was given by Elisabeth Shue who plays a rough around the edges form of herself.
Hamlet 2 is bazaar, crude, and most of all hilarious and deserves a viewing.
I need to see this one again. What a strange ride.
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