On some days, after watching heaps of Scorseses and Kubricks and Nolans, don’t you feel like watching something that’s just crazy from start to finish? No logic, no character development, just complete entertainment. That’s what Cocaine Bear is. Director Elizabeth Banks crafts an insanely violent comedy/thriller that is an absolute blast to watch, especially with a packed crowd. Brace yourselves for a bear on a cocaine-fueled rampage like you’ve never seen before. “Cocaine Bear” is the definition of unapologetic fun, and it’s here to save cinema!
Story
Pehle toh ye samjho ki this film is not trying to win any awards for its deep and meaningful storytelling. It’s all about a bear… on cocaine! That’s just it!! Think “Snakes on a Plane” but with a furry twist. But here’s the crazy part: “Cocaine Bear” is actually based on a true story. Toh hua ye tha ki back in 1985, a Georgia black bear had stumbled upon some cocaine dropped from an airplane, and had sadly passed away after consuming it. Iska alternate reality version is what this movie runs on. What might have happened if that bear hadn’t died but instead became a full-blown coke addict? This is what the movie is, and it is absurd in the most hilarious ways possible!
Performances
The characters in this film are a colorful bunch, to say the least. We’ve got hikers, rangers, criminals, and police officers who find themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time. Bechare sab apna kaam kar rahe hote hai when a coke-addicted bear on a murderous spree ‘hello ji’s into their life (or death). Almost everyone in this huge cast nails their roles to perfection. Each one of them brings a new feeling to party, but all of them hit the funny button in their own, unique way. Also, with so many characters around, movies usually get lost in the billion subplots, but not this one. It stays true to its main plot, while giving enough to the characters to make it a crazy ride.
Screenplay
If you thing ‘Cocaine Bear’ is gonna be one hell of a fcked up ride, you’re goddamn right. The screenplay hooks you right from the opening scene, with Matthew Rhys’s character involved in a cocaine-dumping kaand. The makers go full on bonkers, embracing the ‘zyada hogaya’ fator, not shying away from being absurd AF. And I think that’s what works the best. The over-the-top quirks are the ones that inject laughter, squeals, and cringes simultaneously, creating a hilariously awkward experience. Thanks to the top-notch VFX, the bear feels very realistic. Idk how to explain but she’s both terrifying as well as cutu(??), and those exaggerated human-like gestures are probably the best part about her. Most of the film is very violent and gory, so get ready for flying limbs all over the place and eat your red salsa sauce apne risk pe lmao. However, the only time the movie feels stretchy is when the makers try to ghusedofy senti scenes. Nahi chahiye yaar emotions, we just want popcorn dumb funnn!!!
Writing
It’s sharp, it’s violently hilarious, and it’s exactly what we expect from them. The horror isn’t something that scares you here. It makes your heart race faster than ever, but also makes you laugh out loud just because of its stupidity. They don’t give a heck about character development, because zaroorat kya hai? This is a theme park, and we’re here to blow our minds off. Yeah that emo part towards the end kinda ruins the experience, but otherwise the writing is prettyyy solid. Need more sequels with different animals, PLEASEEE.
So, grab your popcorn, gather your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable experience. “Cocaine Bear” is a wild, unapologetic, and downright fun ride that will have you laughing, gasping, and cheering in equal measure. It’s a film that knows exactly what it is and doesn’t try to be anything more. And in a world that sometimes takes itself too seriously, that’s exactly what we need. So, buckle up and enjoy the bear-induced chaos because “Cocaine Bear” is here to save cinema, one cocaine-fueled rampage at a time!
