Kung Fury: An Epic Journey to the Era of Retro Nostalgia
I know I’ve taken a long time to talk about this gem, but today’s the day. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of action, humor, and retro nostalgia with:
Kung Fury (2015)
This film, directed by David Sandberg, is an unabashed tribute to the action cinema classics of the 1980s, packed with martial arts, dinosaurs, Vikings, time travel, and a whole mishmash of ’80s clichés that will delight you.
Here’s a brief synopsis of the film, which may contain some SPOILERS, so if you trust my judgment, you can skip to the end of the post to watch the movie directly on Youtube. Yes, you heard right, FOR FREE on Youtube, uploaded by the studio itself: Laser Unicorns.
Summary:
“Kung Fury” transports us back to the 1980s, where we meet the fearless detective Kung Fury, a martial arts master who fights crime on the streets of Miami. After the tragic death of his partner at the hands of a criminal mastermind named Adolf Hitler (yes, you read that right), Kung Fury embarks on a mission to avenge his death, but a time travel mishap takes him further back than expected, all the way to the Viking age!
In his quest to stop Hitler and his Nazi army, Kung Fury teams up with a cast of unique characters, like Hackerman, an ’80s computer genius, and Thor, the legendary god of thunder. Together, they face absurd challenges and epic battles as they try to save the world and restore the timeline.
Trivia:
- Legendary Kickstarter: “Kung Fury” began as a Kickstarter project in 2013, where David Sandberg initially hoped to raise $200,000 to fund a short film. However, the project garnered such community fervor that it raised over $630,000, allowing Sandberg to expand his vision and create a 30-minute short film.
- Unique Visual Style: The film is imbued with a unique retro visual style that pays homage to the special effects and aesthetics of ’80s video games and movies. From pixelated animations to shiny costumes and low-quality special effects, “Kung Fury” perfectly captures the essence of that era.
- Stellar Cameos: “Kung Fury” features a special appearance by David Hasselhoff, who performs the movie’s main song, “True Survivor.” Additionally, Sandberg himself plays the main character, Kung Fury, adding a personal touch to the project.
“Kung Fury” is a thrill ride of entertainment that delights fans of retro action cinema and those who enjoy a healthy dose of absurd comedy. With its unique visual style, outlandish characters, and nostalgic homages, this film is an epic journey you can’t afford to miss. So, put on your sunglasses, fasten your seatbelt, and get ready for a wild ride to the era of retro nostalgia with “Kung Fury” Make sure you don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience!
That being said, here’s the movie for you to enjoy!
Of course, you can also watch this gem on your Stremio media center. If you’re not familiar with Stremio, here’s a guide for you:
