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'Caddyshack' Soundtrack 'American Idol' Appearance Calls For A Shiny, New Sick Day Stash

Posted 5/12/10 8:25 am EST by in Sick Day Stash


Call them "cult classics." "Guilty pleasures." "Comfort movies." We all have a mental rolodex of flicks that may not be terribly popular but, for one reason or another, they resonate in a very special way. Maybe you saw it at the right moment. Maybe you just see gold where everyone else sees feces. Whatever the case, these are the special favorites that you keep stashed away for sick days. Here are some of ours.

Last night on "American Idol," finalist Crystal Bowersox sang her heart out on a cover of Kenny Loggins' "I'm Alright." I'll admit that I don't follow the show very closely, but when I heard the news of what song Bowersox chose to sing, my response was immediate. "She wins. She's the new American Idol." For you see, "I'm Alright" is the song that opens one of the greatest sports comedies in the long history of movies: "Caddyshack." Read More...

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The Masters Continue Today, And Here Are Some Golf Movies To Pass The Time With!

Posted 4/9/10 11:52 am EST by in Commentary


"Golf... golf... what kinda name is golf anyway? Sounds like a sound you make when you've got something caught in your throat."
--Randy Quaid, "Caddyshack II"

Leave it to "Caddyshack II" star Randy Quaid to sum up one of the all-time great sports in such an eloquent fashion. Joking aside, it's a wonderful time for golf enthusiasts everywhere as the 2010 Masters Tournament is currently underway. The leaderboard is filling up, Tiger Woods is back on the course and viewers at home are wondering exactly how everything is going to play out.

Luckily, there are some golf tournaments out there that don't require weeks of waiting to determine the final outcome — as long as you have a video player and two hours to spare, you can devour these five fictional competitions from the comfort of your own home! Read More...

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In A Time Before 'Year One': Harold Ramis, The Director

Posted 6/19/09 4:26 pm EST by in Commentary


Year Oneby John Constantine

Directing comedy is as delicate as writing it. You need to ease your performers into exactly the right rhythm, get them to react to each other just so. Otherwise your movie won’t be funny. It’ll just be ridiculous. Chemistry and timing are key.

That’s the reason you see so many comedy creators directing, writing and starring in their own work. It means complete control over the act, ensuring maximum hilarity. Harold Ramis has certainly written and/or performed in far more than he's directed, but the former (soon-to-be current!) ghostbuster has nonetheless shouldered plenty of directing gigs. In honor of his latest stint as the helmer of "Year One," I give you five classic chestnuts from his ever-growing catalog. Read More...

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It Was Written Before 'Year One': Harold Ramis, The Screenwriter

Posted 6/19/09 1:00 pm EST by in Commentary


Harold Ramisby John Constantine

Great comedy doesn’t necessitate a great plot. All it needs to have is a solid premise and interesting characters to succeed. Heck, sometimes it’s even funnier when things don’t make sense. "Year One" director and co-writer Harold Ramis’ storied career proves the rule. The man’s early films, made in the wake of his stint as head writer on Canada's “Second City TV” sketch comedy series, could barely sustain a narrative thread. They were nonetheless brilliant, their narratives fueled by manic energy, killer one-liners and a hearty nostalgic spirit. Picking the best is no easy task, so instead look at this list as a beginner's guide to some of the most well-written comedies of our time. Read More...

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