About D2: The Mighty Ducks

D2: The Mighty Ducks is a 1994 American sports comedy-drama film directed by Sam Weisman. It is the sequel to the 1992 film The Mighty Ducks and produced by Walt Disney Pictures. The movie keeps viewers on the edge of their seats as it follows the journey of a junior hockey team representing the United States in the Junior Goodwill Games.

Plot and Summary:

The film begins with the Ducks getting back together, with Gordon Bombay (Emilio Estevez), as their coach. However, the thrill begins when the team is selected to represent the United States in a globally recognized tournament - the Junior Goodwill Games. The Ducks face numerous trials as they go up against highly skilled teams, particularly Team Iceland. The journey of the Ducks, filled with ups and downs, and how they eventually lift the trophy forms the core plot of the movie.

Making / Production

The production of D2: The Mighty Ducks was handled by Walt Disney Pictures. The film was directed by Sam Weisman, with Steven Brill as the writer and Jordan Kerner & Jon Avnet as producers. Production took place in California, with the California Hockey Stadium and Eastwood High School doubling as the film's primary locations.

Actors

• Emilio Estevez as Gordon Bombay: Emilio portrays the role of the team's stern yet supportive coach. His performance breathes life into the character, making it a memorable one.
• Joshua Jackson as Charlie Conway: Joshua takes up the captain's role and his leadership qualities shine through every scene.
• Shaun Weiss as Greg Goldberg: Shaun plays the role of the team's dependable goalie.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film popularized the phrase "It's not worth winning if you can't win big!"
• Anaheim Ducks, an NHL team founded after the release of the first film, named itself after the Mighty Ducks.

Quotes

• "Lets fly!" - Gordon Bombay
• "Ducks fly together!" - Charlie Conway

Music, Soundtrack

• "We Will Rock You" - Queen
• "Whoomp! (There It Is)" - Tag Team
• "Wild Thing" - X