In a post-apocalyptic world where the Russians have taken over a nuked USA and Elvis is king of Lost Vegas, Buddy is a '50s rocker and wandering warrior rolled into one, too-cool package. Armed with his six-string in one hand and his sword in the other, Buddy is on his way to Vegas to succeed Elvis as King. Along the way, he saves an orphan who decides to tag along.
Sound
The Red Elvises score is unhinged surf-rock perfection.
Practical Effects
DIY apocalypse: dollar store costumes, genuine charm.
Direction
Mungia commits to every unhinged frame.
Director
Lance Mungia
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Jeffrey Falcon was a real martial artist and Elvis tribute artist, cast after the director saw him perform in a casino.
The film bombed in 1998 but became a cult staple through endless late-night cable reruns and college dorm bootlegs.
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