Their marriages to the princesses need couples therapy. Unfortunately, Bill and Ted seem to have kind of wasted their potential primes just aimlessly enjoying each other's company and rhythm guitar work. "One month ago, you played an Elks Lodge in California to 40 people, who were mostly there for $2 taco night, whatever that means." When we first see the duo-performing at a very familial wedding-they appear to be into an experimental noise rock phase. "What have you got to say for yourself?" The Great Leader (Holland Taylor) says at one point while trying to remind our heroes of their goals here (writing a song that will unite humanity and all). Only, it hasn't quite gone as the prophecy hinted. Advertisementįace the Music takes place 25 years after the events of Bogus Journey, and Bill (Alex Winter) and Ted (Keanu Reeves) have stuck with their history-shaping music careers. But if you also already have a soft spot for the Wyld Stallyns, hop in your nearest phone booth, dial up the infinite, and prepare for another charming, over-the-top and surprisingly poignant ride through time. If you're not aware that strange things can be afoot at the Circle K, you'll want to watch the originals first (both to enjoy some references/in-jokes and to have a basic grasp of what's happening). So maybe it shouldn't be a surprise that Bill and Ted Face the Music-the series' latest film simultaneously released this weekend in theaters and via VOD ( ~$20 to rent on most platforms)-so seamlessly shifts our most excellent heroes into modern times. Even those with pre-destined, Earth-saving greatness can use a little practice from time to time. Music or the arts can be a great unifier. Even some of the subtle messaging holds up: People in authority-from a cop dad to a sundae-loving Napoleon-can be jerks.
even considering the film's release year), Bill and Ted unironically love each other, they treat folks from other cultures with respect (as best they know how to, at least), and they never pretend to be anything close to tough or cool. Outside of some ill-chosen words in medieval times (which frankly seems out of character for Theodore Logan and Bill Preston Esq. (Ate the cereal to get the phone booth had the Genghis Kahn action figure.) And rewatching it recently, that film refreshingly holds up better than your average '80s flick.
Further Reading A most excellent interview: The team behind Bill and Ted Face the MusicKind of a buddy comedy, high school slacker movie, and time travel adventure all wrapped into one absurd package, the original Excellent Adventure remains something I adore.
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