Bad Neighbours 2 Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Parents trying to sell their house get out-pranked by a sorority, then team up with Zac Efron again; hijinks ensue, and feminism vaguely gets a shout-out.

🍿 Bad Neighbours 2: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Radners Prepare to Move

Mac (Seth Rogen) and Kelly Radner (Rose Byrne) are expecting their second child and preparing to sell their house. Potential buyers, Eric (Sam Richardson) and Jessica Baiers (Abbi Jacobson), are in escrow for 30 days, requiring the Radners to maintain a quiet environment. Meanwhile, Mac’s friend Jimmy (Ike Barinholtz) and his wife Paula (Carla Gallo) are also expecting a baby.

The Kappa Nu Sorority Forms

Shelby (Chloë Grace Moretz), a college freshman, finds the existing sorority system sexist, as sororities are not allowed to host parties. She meets Beth (Kiersey Clemons) and Nora (Beanie Feldstein), and they decide to create their own independent sorority, Kappa Nu, so they can have parties their way.

Teddy Joins the Sorority

Teddy Sanders (Zac Efron), feeling lost after his former frat brother Pete (Dave Franco) asks him to move out, helps the girls secure the house next to the Radners. He sees this as an opportunity to retaliate against Mac and Kelly for their past actions that led to his criminal record.

War Declared

The Radners and Kappa Nu declare war on each other, engaging in escalating pranks. The sorority throws parties, harasses the Radners, and even throws used tampons at their window. Mac and Kelly retaliate, leading to a series of chaotic events.

Turning Point and Teaming Up

After Kappa Nu resorts to selling weed to raise money, Teddy voices his disapproval and is kicked out of the sorority. He then decides to join forces with the Radners to take down Kappa Nu, leading to a series of comedic events at a tailgate party.

Escalating Chaos and Robbery

The conflict escalates as the sorority swaps Mac and Kelly’s phones and robs their house, selling their belongings and spray-painting “Kappa Nu” on the house. This causes the Baiers to pull out of the deal, leaving the Radners devastated.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Mac Radner (Seth Rogen): A father trying to navigate adulthood while dealing with unruly neighbors.
• Kelly Radner (Rose Byrne): A mother who partners with her husband to outsmart the neighboring sorority.
• Teddy Sanders (Zac Efron): A former fraternity leader who allies with Mac and Kelly, then with the sorority, and then again with Mac and Kelly, struggling to find his place in the world.
• Shelby (Chloë Grace Moretz): A rebellious college freshman leading a sorority to challenge sexist traditions.
• Jimmy (Ike Barinholtz): Mac’s friend and partner in crime, always ready to assist with outlandish schemes.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Mac: “We’re the cool parents, that’s our whole thing!” – Mac says this to Kelly, highlighting their initial desire to be seen as fun and relatable parents.
• Teddy: “I’m good at partying and taking my shirt off.” – Teddy acknowledges his limited skill set, which becomes both a strength and a source of humor.
• Shelby: “We just wanna be able to party how we want to party.” – Shelby explains the core reason for starting their own sorority, free from restrictive rules.
• Kelly: “We have to embrace who we are now: suburban parents.” – Kelly accepts their changing lifestyle, even as they fight against the chaos of the sorority.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $35,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $55,455,765
• Worldwide Gross: $108,007,109

💥 Bad Neighbours 2 Reviews

Personal Review

I gotta say, I went in expecting more of the same from ‘Bad Neighbors 2,’ but it surprised me! It’s got the same silly humor and crazy pranks, but it also tries to say something about how sororities are treated unfairly. There are moments I laughed out loud and felt like I was back in college, dealing with noisy neighbors. Rose Byrne’s comedic timing is perfect! While it’s not high art, it’s a fun, dumb movie with a surprisingly progressive message.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of the first Bad Neighbours movie”
  • “Viewers who enjoy raunchy comedies”
  • “Fans of Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne, Zac Efron, and Chloë Grace Moretz”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Crude humor”
  • “Strong language”
  • “Drug use”
  • “Sexual content”

Professional Reviews

• IndieWire: “Surprisingly strong comedy with obvious but respectable social commentary. The commentary on feminism and sexist double-standards was way under-represented in the ad material.
• Rolling Stone: “As gross and low-brow as its predecessor, this sequel tops the original with better character work and a surprisingly pointed message on female empowerment. Accomplishing that balance isn’t quite so easy, which is just one reason why ‘Neighbours 2’ is a surprising achievement.
• The Massie Twins: “Since “Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising” is aiming for laughs through shock value alone, it’s not surprising that nearly every scene is cringe-inducing, like a moment from a torture-porn horror movie. With a major sexism motif circulating around all the race jokes, and the Holocaust riffs, it’s difficult to peg whether or not the movie is even aware of the messages being delivered.

Audience Reactions

Some found it funnier than the first, appreciating the progressive messages about sexism.: Appeals to those who enjoyed the first movie and are fans of Seth Rogen’s brand of comedy.

Many felt the plot and jokes were rehashed from the original, with some finding the humor cringe-worthy.: The audience was generally divided on the quality of the humor and the feminist themes.

Overall Consensus: A divisive sequel; some enjoyed its raunchy humor and surprisingly feminist themes, while others found it repetitive and unfunny.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Rose Byrne was pregnant during filming, which was cleverly hidden by wardrobe and camera angles.”
• “The film explores themes of sexism and double standards in the Greek system, prompting discussions about gender equality in college environments.”
• “Several scenes were filmed in Atlanta, Georgia, chosen for its film-friendly tax incentives and diverse locations.”
• “The writers aimed to create a sequel that addressed current social issues while maintaining the comedic style of the original.”

🖥️ How to Watch Bad Neighbours 2?

Bad Neighbours 2 is available to rent or buy on various platforms including Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu. Check your local listings for cable on-demand options. Depending on your region, it might also be available on streaming services with a subscription.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Bad Neighbours 2, you might like these similar films:

• Neighbors (2014): This is the direct predecessor, sharing the same characters and comedic style.
• Blockers (2018): Explores the themes of parenting and teenage rebellion through a comedic lens.
• American Pie (1999): A classic teen comedy about the trials and tribulations of high school and college students.
• 21 Jump Street (2012): Features adult characters infiltrating a younger environment for comedic effect.
• Booksmart (2019): A modern comedy about two high-achieving girls trying to let loose before graduation.

🛒 Bad Neighbours 2 Related Products

• Neighbors (Bad Neighbors) [Blu-ray]: Own the original hit comedy on Blu-ray. Relive the laughter and mayhem that started it all with better quality.
• Zac Efron Movie Poster: Official Movie Poster, collectable memorabilia.
• Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack): Enjoy all the hit songs from Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising. Featured Artists include: Goody Grace, Kehlani, and G-Eazy
• Kappa Nu Sorority T-Shirt: Show your support for Kappa Nu with this custom designed t-shirt, featuring the sorority’s logo. A fun and unique item.

🎧 Soundtrack

Bad Neighbours 2 features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “On Top of the World” – performed by Jordyn Kane

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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