The “Minecraft Movie” is currently being screened in numerous cinemas nationwide. It’s quite unusual, but if you catch it at one of these theaters, you might encounter an intriguing occurrence: Children repeating lines from the film synchronously and spontaneously clapping, even though the movie has been released just a day or two ago, and these children have not watched it before.
Today at a Brooklyn multiplex, during our Minecraft screening, Jack Black exclaimed “Chicken jockey!” and many people in the audience repeated it along with him, followed by loud cheers and yells. It felt as if the actual Jack Black had entered the room! The crowd was thrilled; the rest of us were left puzzled.
The explanation for an intriguing occurrence, much like many aspects today: TikTok. Numerous collections of children shouting along to Minecraft have become popular on the social media platform. For instance, one such video, which has almost half a million likes, lists the “top 10 theater moments,” with most of them being lines you’ll frequently hear in a theater setting.
I’m puzzled, isn’t “I am Steve!” ranked number one on this list? That seems like it should be the top delivery in Minecraft, unless you’re considering the five instances where Jason Momoa shouts “YEAYUHH!”, which are conspicuously absent from this compilation. Who compiled this ranking?
At certain instances, my theater was quite boisterous, particularly when the character exclaimed “I… am Steve!”, fortunately for me, during a random showing on TikTok, it seems the police were summoned due to the audience’s exuberant interaction becoming excessive.
It’s fascinating to ponder: How might TikTok have influenced the initial reception of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show”? Given the fervor among teenagers for the film’s unique dialogue, it appears that “A Minecraft Movie” is on track to gross approximately $130 million during its opening weekend. With such enthusiasm, it won’t be long before you see TikTok videos of kids getting excited about the dialogue in “A Minecraft Movie 2”.
Currently playing in cinemas is a movie based on Minecraft! Be prepared to listen to children shouting “CHICKEN JOCKEY!” and cheering wildly if you decide to watch it. And remember, refrain from recording the film with your phone while inside the theater, especially when seated directly behind me.
20 Sequels That Were Drastically Different From the Original
Mad Max 2 (1981)
If you haven’t watched the original Mad Max film, you might be taken aback by how different it is from the more recent movies like Mad Max: Fury Road or Furiosa. The initial movie was a small-scale Australian production that depicted society’s collapse instead of the post-apocalyptic ruins we see in later films. It had significantly less sci-fi elements, fewer action sequences, and minimal resemblance to the high-production design and eccentric characters typical of Mad Max. In fact, Max’s family is still alive for most of the movie.
Many of the iconic Mad Max elements were introduced in the sequel, Mad Max 2 (often known as The Road Warrior in the U.S.), which takes place after the world has been devastated. Here, Max roams the wasteland in search of gasoline. The action is more intense, the stunts are more daring, and the characters are even more unhinged. (I’m looking at you, Lord Humungus.)
Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981)
In the original “Friday the 13th” movie, it was actually Mrs. Voorhees who terrorized the camp counselors, not her son Jason. She sought revenge because they didn’t prevent her son from drowning in the lake years prior. However, spoiler alert: Jason did survive! Interestingly, his iconic hockey mask didn’t appear until “Friday the 13th Part III”. In the second part of the series, Jason wore a sack with an eye hole over his head while hunting his victims. I can’t help but wonder if your mother would approve of that fashion choice, Jason.
Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982)
The initial “Star Trek” film drew significant influence from movies like “Star Wars” and particularly “2001: A Space Odyssey,” rather than the original TV series. Director Robert Wise, not a fan of “Star Trek,” aimed to create something more appealing to him – grand, epic, and thought-provoking with spectacular visual effects by Douglas Trumbull from “2001.” The film was successful at the box office but was generally disregarded by both casual and devoted “Trek” fans. For the sequel, it was decided to blend cinematic effects with something more akin to the old series, leading to the naval-themed adventure “The Wrath of Khan,” which reintroduced Ricardo Montalban’s menacing character Khan Noonien Singh on a mission for revenge against Captain Kirk and the Enterprise. This led to the most critically acclaimed “Star Trek” production in the franchise’s history.
Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982)
In recent times, it would be inconceivable for a successful franchise to discard all its characters and start anew with a completely different cast of heroes and villains. However, this is exactly what “Halloween” did with its third installment, leaving behind the relentless killer Michael Myers and his main target Laurie Strode for an entirely separate, spooky story that just happened to take place on Halloween. This film revolved around a doctor (Tom Atkins) trying to thwart a conspiracy involving some haunted Halloween masks. Had it succeeded, “Halloween III” might have initiated a series of unrelated “Halloween” sequels sharing only the common theme of being set on October 31. Unfortunately, “Halloween III” failed, and eventually, the fourth “Halloween” film brought back Michael Myers for more traditional slasher action.
Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985)
In a nutshell, the initial Rambo film, “First Blood,” delves into the action-filled life of John Rambo, a troubled Vietnam War veteran portrayed by Sylvester Stallone. Rather than concluding with victory, the movie ends with Rambo in police custody after he surrenders following a heartfelt soliloquy about the traumas of war and his own hardships back in America. The sequel, titled “Rambo: First Blood Part II,” essentially transforms Rambo into a superhero as he appears to have overcome his mental issues, is released from prison, and heads back to Vietnam to save American prisoners of war while eschewing a shirt. While “First Blood” was successful, “Rambo” became a phenomenon, raking in $300 million globally, leading to numerous sequels and countless imitators.
Return to Oz (1985)
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (1986)
Cannon Films asked Tobe Hooper to direct a sequel to his critically acclaimed horror film, “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre,” following their collaborations on various projects. They anticipated another grisly and somber film in the same vein as the original, but Hooper aimed for a bloodier and more humorous take instead. Initially, Cannon Films’ executives were taken aback by this unconventional approach, as Hooper described in an interview for the documentary “Electric Boogaloo.”
Later on, the studio embraced the comedic elements of the film and even designed a poster that mimicked the one for the contemporary teen comedy “The Breakfast Club” – implying that Leatherface’s family could have their own breakfast club, with distinctly different food choices compared to Molly Ringwald and Judd Nelson. At first, many viewers were puzzled by “Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2,” as it deviated from their expectations too. However, its distinctive tone eventually resonated with a devoted cult following.
Aliens (1986)
According to James Cameron himself, the story goes that he convinced Fox to let him make an Alien sequel by simply writing “alien” on a piece of paper and adding two vertical lines to make it “ALIEN$”. He then produced one of the most iconic sequels in cinema history (not his last). Unlike Ridley Scott’s Alien, Cameron’s Aliens is less minimalist and confined. Instead, Cameron opted for a grandiose and spectacular style, as evidenced by his Aliens having an entire army of xenomorphs, rather than the single H.R. Giger monster from the original film.
Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)
The original “Gremlins” movie, due to its grim tone for a children’s film, led to the creation of the PG-13 rating by the MPAA. However, “Gremlins 2: The New Batch” didn’t stir up the same controversy. Director Joe Dante decided to move away from horror aimed at kids and instead, crafted a movie with a humor reminiscent of live-action Looney Tunes cartoons. Notably, he enlisted Chuck Jones, a renowned animator, to create new Looney Tunes segments for the film. The Gremlins in this sequel became less menacing and more zany, with one even mimicking Dustin Hoffman’s character from “Marathon Man”. Furthermore, the film showcased an anarchic spirit through self-referential appearances by popular figures such as wrestler Hulk Hogan and film critic Leonard Maltin.
Troll 2 (1990)
The movie titled “Troll 2” is not a true sequel to the original “Troll”. Originally named “Goblins”, it was rebranded as “Troll 2” by American distributors. Despite this name change, the film has no connection to the original and doesn’t feature trolls at all. Instead, it centers around a family who encounter mischievous goblins in the town of Nilbog, which is actually a reversed version of “Goblin”. The film’s quality leaves much to be desired, but its peculiarities, including this confusing name change, have contributed to its popularity among fans of bad movies.
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)
James Cameron has a knack for creating sequels that deviate from their original films. For instance, with “Aliens,” he added his unique touch to Ridley Scott’s “Alien.” In the case of “Terminator 2: Judgment Day,” he utilized his own source material and capitalized on his box-office success to secure a substantial budget, transforming the sci-fi franchise from a modest indie production into a blockbuster spectacle.
“T2” featured larger special effects, more chase sequences, and more terminators than “The Terminator” – not just Arnold Schwarzenegger’s cyborg in disguise, but also Robert Patrick’s liquid metal T-1000. In essence, “T2” redefined the series; every subsequent sequel has attempted to emulate it in various ways, with the exception of “Terminator Salvation,” which is set in the dystopian future of the saga and could also be included on this list due to its war movie genre.
Highlander II: The Quickening (1991)
The sequel to the hit movie “Highlander,” titled “Highlander II,” deviated significantly from its original formula. Unfortunately, this departure led to one of the most critically panned sequels in film history. Instead of continuing the fantasy-action narrative about a race of immortals clashing through time as seen in the first film, the sequel opted for a sci-fi twist. The main character from the original (Christopher Lambert) was now an elderly man living in a dystopian future, while it was revealed that he and his fellow immortals were actually exiled aliens from a planet called Zeist. This revised origin story bore little resemblance to the first “Highlander” and was so poorly received by audiences that later home video releases edited out all references to Zeist and aliens.
Army of Darkness (1992)
The original “Evil Dead” was a straightforward horror film, while “Evil Dead II” combined gory scenes with slapstick humor reminiscent of the Three Stooges. As for “Army of Darkness,” it’s like a blend of the Three Stooges and Ray Harryhausen’s magical realism. Although there are still hints of intense fear, Sam Raimi used the third “Evil Dead” movie to torment his leading actor, Bruce Campbell, and to entertain audiences with extraordinary special effects and ridiculous physical humor. It’s an absolute joy – and quite unlike the (equally enjoyable, but significantly darker) movies that preceded it.
Batman Forever (1995)
In contrast to Tim Burton’s gloomy and Gothic Batman films, Joel Schumacher’s Batman Forever transformed Gotham City into a vibrant metropolis bathed in neon lights, filled with eccentric gangs, Jim Carrey’s maniacal Riddler, Tommy Lee Jones’ equally chaotic Two-Face, and a psychiatrist character (Nicole Kidman) who harbored intense attraction towards Batman (Val Kilmer, taking over from Michael Keaton). The Bat-suits became increasingly extravagant, and even included a love song in the closing credits (Seal’s “Kiss From a Rose”). It was so flamboyant and exaggerated that it almost appeared as a satire of Tim Burton’s Batman. Interestingly, this film earned $70 million more than Burton’s Batman Returns at the box office. Puzzling, isn’t it?
Mission: Impossible II (2000)
When filmmaker John Woo became part of the Mission: Impossible series, he put his unique touch on it. Tom Cruise transitioned from a sleek agent exposing spy plots to a more dynamic character with long hair, dual pistols, and a knack for performing high-speed action sequences in slow motion, all while surrounded by doves. Many Mission: Impossible enthusiasts consider Mission: Impossible 2 as the weakest film in the series. However, if judged based on American John Woo action movie standards, it actually delivers quite well.
The Chronicles of Riddick (2004)
The film titled “The Chronicles of Riddick” was produced following the success of “The Fast and Furious“. Originally, it was a low-budget, small-scale horror movie called “Pitch Black“, released before “The Fast and the Furious“. In this earlier film, Vin Diesel played Riddick, one of a group of stranded space travelers on an alien-infested planet. After the massive success of the first “Fast and Furious”, Diesel and director David Twohy were able to create a sequel with greater scope – transforming it from a survival sci-fi horror into a full-blown outer space war epic.
The Devil’s Rejects (2005)
In the second installment, Rob Zombie’s “The Devil’s Rejects,” the narrative veers sharply away from its prequel, “House of 1000 Corpses.” While the former film showcases the once-villainous family as the complex and brutal protagonists in a story about their relentless pursuit by law enforcement for past transgressions, the latter portrays them as a group of teenagers who face a deranged killer family. Despite the contrast, “The Devil’s Rejects” is a compelling (albeit unremittingly dark) film that I appreciate. However, it’s not unusual for someone who enjoyed “House of 1000 Corpses” to express dislike for its sequel due to their significant differences.
Cars 2 (2011)
Sure thing!
Split (2016)
As a passionate movie enthusiast, I’ve come across an intriguing instance where a film cleverly concealed its sequel status to create a surprising twist. This masterpiece was skillfully crafted by the legendary M. Night Shyamalan, known for his knack for plot twists. It wasn’t until the climax of ‘Split’ that you discovered its antagonist, “The Horde,” shared the same fictional world as David Dunn, the heroic protagonist from Shyamalan’s 2000 superhero drama ‘Unbreakable’. The latter was more of a somber suspense film, while ‘Split’ veered closer to pure horror. Characters from both movies later intertwined in their shared sequel, ‘Glass’, marking the culmination of this captivating trilogy.
Bring It On: Cheer or Die (2022)
Following numerous sequels to the original “Bring It On” that preserved its humorous charm, producers decided to take a new approach with “Cheer or Die” (the seventh movie in the series), which delved into horror. In this film, characters from a high school cheerleading squad mysteriously meet their end on Halloween night. For the upcoming ninth “Bring It On”, let’s explore an entirely different genre – how about a sci-fi twist? Let’s call it “Bring It On: In Space, No One Can Cheer You Scream,” where a team of cheerleaders embark on their first interstellar voyage.
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