The brilliance of the setup is the disguise. Who is going to suspect the ice cream man? It allows for a series of great gags involving kids, cops, and unsuspecting customers. It also gives the film a bright, sunny aesthetic that separates it from the grimy, punk-rock vibe of Up in Smoke . This is Cheech & Chong living the good life—until, of course, everything goes wrong.
The "Nice Dreams" name has lived on through various ventures, including a real-life hemp-infused relaxation ice cream launched by Bebida Beverage Company Cheech And Chong Nice Dreams
: Both have small, memorable roles.
Chong plays the role of "P.I.P." (Psychedelic Induced Person)—the grower and philosopher—while Cheech plays the fast-talking salesman. Their business is booming. They are making so much money that they are storing their cash in a freezer next to the pot. The brilliance of the setup is the disguise
Another deep feature of the film is its exploration of the themes of friendship and loyalty. Cheech and Chong are depicted as being fiercely loyal to each other, despite their constant bickering and disagreements. The film shows that their friendship is strong enough to withstand even the most absurd and challenging situations. It also gives the film a bright, sunny
They escape with the plant but realize they have no way to process the new weed. Their genius solution? A gigantic, industrial, gas-station soda machine. They fill the 5-gallon tank with ice, soda, and the entire plant, creating a fizzy, neon-green liquid that can get you high just by looking at it.
Nice Dreams is the third feature film from the legendary stoner comedy duo , released on June 5, 1981. Directed by Tommy Chong , the movie follows the pair as they strike it rich by selling a unique strain of marijuana from an ice cream truck. Despite its absurdist plot involving people turning into lizards, the film became a commercial success, grossing $35 million and solidifying the duo's status as counterculture icons. Plot Summary: The "Happy Herb" Empire
