… You don’t want to miss this post by Alex. That movie is a litmus test of humor. Just like The Office is. If someone says, “Oh my God, have you seen The Office? Is that the funniest thing ever?” – it tells me that on some deep and very important level – I will be able to connect with that person. Same with Guffman and Best in Show. The comedy litmus test. But what I love about Alex’s post is her unabashed claim that this will someday be regarded as a classic. I agree. It is the kind of movie people will maintain their affection for over many years. (Same with Spinal Tap, if you think about it.) Beautiful work, Alex.
She also has a post of Guffman photos.
Who cares? Brittney’s just announced she’s pregnant. STOP EVERYTHING PEOPLE!
Was it Parker Posey who did the cheer during tryouts? One of the funniest damn things I’ve eeever seen.
…and I’m ignoring Emily’s post. My mind refuses to accept it.
It’s no longer possible, Syd. It is now ALL OVER THE NEWS!!!!!!!!!!
Oh. My. GOD.
I know, Pete. This spectacular piece news that heralds a turning point in the course of human events is a little hard for me to deal with too. You are not alone.
Do you think she’ll, like, carry the kid around in, like, a totally fabulous Louis Vuitton carrying bag too? Right next to the chihuahua? I think that would be, like, totally CUTE!!! OMG!!! (*retch*)
There’s a rumor going around that the next Chris Guest & co project will leave the format they’ve been working with. Another rumor is that this upcoming movie will be a western(!). I bumped into Harry Shearer outside Spamalot, and he said they’re already working on it, but it’s top-secret, and he wasn’t permitted to give any details. The guy with the glasses in the New Main Street Singers is supposedly joining their team as well.
Did anyone hear about the Guest week at MoMa? They’re screening lots of his stuff, and there was a performance by Spinal Tap or the Folksmen (I don’t know which incarnation). I’d love to hear how it’s been.