Seth Rogen’s outrageous animated saga, Sausage Party, is back for another round of comedic debauchery with its new series, Sausage Party: Foodtopia, streaming now on Prime Video. The 2016 film caused a stir with its talking hot dogs and surprisingly graphic food-on-food action, shocking audiences and leaving them questioning their childhood innocence. Foodtopia, however, promises to take things to a whole new level of raunch.
Behind the Scenes with the Cast
In a recent interview promoting the series, Rogen, Kristen Wiig (returning as Brenda the hot dog bun), and newcomer Sam Richardson shared some hilarious anecdotes about the challenges and humour of recording the show’s now infamous “food orgy” scenes.
Richardson, known for his comedic timing, revealed a rather embarrassing first-day experience.
“I’ll tell you what,” he confessed, “My first day recording, like, doing any sex noises, I was like, grunts I’m like, ‘You guys are hearing my real sex noises.’ I’m like, ‘Wow, that’s a real one. Sorry Guys.'”
This unexpected honesty broke the ice, with Rogen jokingly responding,
“I’m giving them the real ones” to the amusement of the interviewer and likely the relief of Richardson. Wiig, ever the professional, pointed out the stark contrast between her own vocal stylings and those of Brenda. “I feel like Brenda’s are a little more sing-song-y than mine,” she said. “Operatic, yeah.”
The interview, filled with laughter and lighthearted banter, underscores one key point: Sausage Party: Foodtopia is definitely not for the faint of heart, or anyone under the age of 18.
Is Foodtopia Too Much of a Good Thing?
While the original Sausage Party film was a breath of fresh air (or should we say, a whiff of something more pungent) for adult animation, pushing the boundaries of what was considered acceptable content, Foodtopia appears to be taking things a step further – or perhaps a slide down a greased-up banana peel – into the realm of the truly outrageous. The interview doesn’t reveal any specific details, but the cast’s emphasis on the “even more raunchy” nature of the series suggests viewers can expect a significant escalation in vulgarity.
However, there’s more to Foodtopia than just shock value. The interview hints at a busy schedule for Rogen, who is known for his stoner comedies and collaborative projects with filmmaking partner Evan Goldberg. Rogen is currently involved in several upcoming projects, including Aziz Ansari’s movie “Good Fortune” and his own Apple TV+ show, “The Studio.” But his dedication to this wild animated series, despite its potentially off-putting content for some, suggests it might be worth a watch, especially for fans of his signature brand of crass humour.
Sausage Party: Foodtopia is now streaming on Prime Video, but a subscription is required, and parental discretion is strongly advised. While the interview with the cast provides a glimpse into the show’s recording process and its commitment to pushing the boundaries of animated humor, it’s ultimately up to the viewer to decide if Foodtopia is a dish they’re willing to stomach.
EDMONTON – RCMP say a second suspect has been arrested in the killing of an Alberta county worker.
Mounties say 28-year-old Elijah Strawberry was taken into custody Friday at a house on O’Chiese First Nation.
Colin Hough, a worker with Rocky View County, was shot and killed while on the job on a rural road east of Calgary on Aug. 6.
Another man who worked for Fortis Alberta was shot and wounded, and RCMP said the suspects fled in a Rocky View County work truck.
Police later arrested Arthur Wayne Penner, 35, and charged him with first-degree murder and attempted murder, and a warrant was issued for Strawberry’s arrest.
RCMP also said there was a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of Strawberry, describing him as armed and dangerous.
Chief Supt. Roberta McKale, told a news conference in Edmonton that officers had received tips and information over the last few weeks.
“I don’t know of many members that when were stopped, fuelling up our vehicles, we weren’t keeping an eye out, looking for him,” she said.
But officers had been investigating other cases when they found Strawberry.
“Our investigators were in O’Chiese First Nation at a residence on another matter and the major crimes unit was there working another file and ended up locating him hiding in the residence,” McKale said.
While an investigation is still underway, RCMP say they’re confident both suspects in the case are in police custody.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 13, 2024.
RICHMOND, B.C. – The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team says the 26-year-old son of a man found dead on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast has been charged with his murder.
Police say 58-year-old Henry Doyle was found badly injured on a forest service road in Egmont last September and died of his injuries.
The homicide team took over when the BC Coroners Service said the man’s death was suspicious.
It says in a statement that the BC Prosecution Service has approved one count of first-degree murder against the man’s son, Jackson Doyle.
Police say the accused will remain in custody until at least his next court appearance.
The homicide team says investigators remained committed to solving the case with the help of the community of Egmont, the RCMP on the Sunshine Coast and in Richmond, and the Vancouver Police Department.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 13, 2024.
VANCOUVER – Mediated talks between the union representing HandyDART workers in Metro Vancouver and its employer, Transdev, have broken off without an agreement following 15 hours of talks.
Joe McCann, president of Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1724, says they stayed at the bargaining table with help from a mediator until 2 a.m. Friday and made “some progress.”
However, he says the union negotiators didn’t get an offer that they could recommend to the membership.
McCann says that in some ways they are close to an agreement, but in other areas they are “miles apart.”
About 600 employees of the door-to-door transit service for people who can’t navigate the conventional transit system have been on strike since last week, pausing service for all but essential medical trips.
McCann asks HandyDART users to be “patient,” since they are trying to get not only a fair contract for workers but also a better service for customers.
He says it’s unclear when the talks will resume, but he hopes next week at the latest.
The employer, Transdev, didn’t reply to an interview request before publication.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 13, 2024.
