#Up in smoke movie#
#Up in smoke upgrade#

The music sounds fantastic though, which I think is vital to this film and its impact. The sound effects come across in fine form, so I wonвЂ™t knock the score much in the end.

No real complaints though, as this film doesnвЂ™t offer much chance for dynamic audio. This discвЂ™s DTS HD Master Audio mix replaces the previous Dolby Digital 5.1 found on the DVD, but aside from the musical soundtrack, the surrounds see little use.

#Up in smoke movie#

In the end, this movie is probably never going to look pristine, but it looks damn good here. I wouldnвЂ™t call the detail level impressive, but the debris and grain has been reduced, which helps increase detail. I found the contrast is more accurate, so the image is a little brighter and even colors seem to be more bold here. While itвЂ™s disappointing, the movie doesnвЂ™t exactly look bad. Video: How does it look?ДЄside from the new cover art, one new feature and a limited edition version of this film, there doesnвЂ™t appear to have been a new 2 or 4K restoration done for this film.

The director of Up In Smoke is Lou Adler, who served as executive producer on such films as The Rocky Horror Picture Show and American Me. The cast here also includes Edie Adams (Made In Paris, The Seekers), Arthur Roberts (Brenda Starr, Chopping Mall), and Strother Martin (Rooster Cogburn, Slap Shot). Other Cheech & Chong films include Still SmokinвЂ™, The Corsican Brothers, Things Are Tough All Over, and Nice Dreams. Their work here has been well taken, as their names are often mentioned in the company of other legendary screen partners. We have to believe the bond between the characters and thanks to these two, we fall for it hook, line, and sinker. Of course, the two also showcased impressive chemistry and that is what fuels this movie in the end. This natural presence adds a lot to the filmвЂ™s effectiveness, which is really important to a film with two dominant leads like this. This was both of their debuts in front of the camera, but they seem to be right at home and come off as very relaxed. Of course, the force behind this film is the teamwork of Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong, who have become a time tested comedic duo.

#Up in smoke upgrade#

This new Special CollectorвЂ™s Edition sports an improved transfer and extra goodies, so for fans, an upgrade is probably worthwhile. Some of the jokes donвЂ™t pass too well, but more than enough do work and I think this still stands as a very humorous film. From the giant joints to the vehicle made from weed, the on screen hilarity is ever present. The later movies do offer a lot of laughs, but nowhere near this level. I am no weed head by any means, but I think Up In Smoke is downright hilarious, by far the best film in the series. So if youвЂ™re easily offended or canвЂ™t tolerate almost constant drug use, then Cheech & ChongвЂ™s antics wonвЂ™t be your cup of tea. There isnвЂ™t much in terms of a real storyline and such, but as the smoke gets blown, it seems that adventure follows for these two. This was their movie and it introduces all the trademarks of the series, such as crude humor, bad language, and of course, a literal ton of pot smoking. The films of Cheech & Chong might not be for us all, but they have gathered a massive following over the years, which seems to grow all the time. Can they make it back and continue their journey toward the ultimate high?

From top to bottom, weed is the main component in their vehicle, which means the trek will be a tough one. But the police are watching the border for a massive shipment of drugs, so it might not be an easy task for these two to cross. After several failed attempts to escape and return home, they become desperate and agree to drive someoneвЂ™s van back across the border. In an odd sequences of events, they end up being deported to Mexico, which places them in a strange predicament. So while they explore various approaches to catching a buzz, they end up getting into amusing situations, until things take a more serious turn. These two might not be the brightest bulbs in the factory, but when it comes to getting high, these two know the scene like no one else.

When two men (Cheech Marin & Tommy Chong) meet by chance along a stretch of highway, they decide to begin a massive search for the best drugs they can get their hands on.