Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day

About Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day

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• Making / Production
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About

Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day is a dark comedy movie that serves as a continuation of the popular Canadian TV series Trailer Park Boys. Released in 2009, the film is directed by Mike Clattenburg.

The movie follows the lives of Julian, Ricky, and Bubbles, three ex-convicts who live in the fictional Sunnyvale Trailer Park. After their last scheme goes awry, the trio finds themselves back in the trailer park, struggling to adjust to life on the outside.

As they try to rebuild their lives, Julian, Ricky, and Bubbles become entangled in a new criminal venture involving stolen money, guns, and the corrupt park supervisor, Jim Lahey. The movie explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the struggles of life in a marginalized community.

Making / Production

Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day was the second feature film based on the TV series. The movie was shot primarily in Halifax, Nova Scotia, capturing the gritty and authentic essence of the trailer park setting.

The production team worked closely with the original cast members, ensuring the film stayed true to the beloved characters and their dynamics. The writing team, led by creator Mike Clattenburg, crafted a script that balanced the comedic elements with a darker and more dramatic storyline.

Actors

• Robb Wells as Ricky - Robb Wells portrays Ricky, a lovable but dim-witted ex-convict who constantly finds himself in trouble.
• John Paul Tremblay as Julian - John Paul Tremblay plays Julian, the cunning mastermind behind many of the trio's schemes.
• Mike Smith as Bubbles - Mike Smith brings to life Bubbles, an eccentric character known for his thick glasses and love for cats.
• John Dunsworth as Jim Lahey - John Dunsworth portrays the troubled and alcoholic supervisor of Sunnyvale Trailer Park.
• Patrick Roach as Randy - Patrick Roach plays Randy, Lahey's loyal but often misguided sidekick.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day is considered to be the conclusion of the original television series.
• This film marks the final appearance of John Dunsworth as Jim Lahey before his passing in 2017.
• The movie pays homage to classic crime films, with references to movies like Goodfellas and The Godfather.
• Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day explores deeper themes than the TV series, delving into the consequences of criminal activities and the struggles of life after incarceration.

Awards

Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day did not receive any significant awards.

Quotes

• "I'm not just cheeseburger-eating, liquor-loving, trailer-park trash anymore. I'm a working man, I got responsibilities." - Ricky
• "I am the liquor!" - Jim Lahey
• "It's like getting two birds stoned at once." - Ricky

Music

The film features a mix of original music and curated tracks that capture the spirit of the trailer park lifestyle. The soundtrack includes songs from Canadian rock bands such as Rush, Sloan, and April Wine.

Soundtrack

• "Closer to the Heart" by Rush
• "Everything you've Done Wrong" by Sloan
• "Just Between You and Me" by April Wine
• "Roller" by April Wine
• "The Weight" by The Band