This Christmas, the snake is back-and it's in on the joke.
Nearly thirty years after the 1997 cult classic terrified (and hilariously delighted) audiences with its roaring, winking, man-eating anaconda, Sony Pictures unleashes a bold new vision: Anaconda 2025, a meta-comedy reboot starring comedy legends Jack Black and Paul Rudd. Directed by Tom Gormican (The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent), this is no ordinary remake-it's a laugh-out-loud movie about a group of lifelong friends chasing mid-life dreams by filming their own low-budget version of the original... only for a real giant snake to turn their delusion into deadly chaos.
In Sssstrike Again: Anaconda 2025, Temmy Owen delivers the ultimate companion guide to one of the holiday season's most anticipated films. From the glorious cheese of the Jennifer Lopez/Ice Cube/Jon Voight original-complete with its infamous animatronic disasters and unforgettable lines-to the clever evolution of the 2025 reboot, this book dives deep into every slithery detail:
The making of the 1997 cult phenomenon and why it's still endlessly rewatchableHow a straight horror remake became a brilliant meta-comedy masterpieceTom Gormican's visionary direction and love for self-aware cinemaJack Black and Paul Rudd's explosive chemistry as the ultimate buddy duoSpotlights on the killer ensemble: Thandiwe Newton, Steve Zahn, Daniela Melchior, and moreExclusive behind-the-scenes stories from the Queensland jungle shootTrailer breakdowns, marketing genius, and the viral campaign that embraced the absurdityEarly reactions, holiday buzz, and box-office predictionsSpeculation on franchise potential-could this launch a new monster-comedy universe?Packed with Easter egg breakdowns, side-by-side scene comparisons, quotable moments, snake facts (real vs. reel), and a full-color photo section, this is the definitive celebration for fans of the original, comedy lovers, and anyone ready to laugh their way through the holidays.
Whether you're lining up for opening night or rediscovering the '97 classic on streaming, Sssstrike Again is your all-access pass to the movie they're dying to remake. Because sometimes the best way to honor a ridiculous snake movie... is with an even more ridiculous one.
Paperback Full-color inserts Perfect for fans of Tropic Thunder, The Lost City, and gloriously bad-good cinema
Get ready to hiss with laughter. The snake strikes Christmas Day-don't miss the book that strikes first