Jury Duty 1995 Directed by John Fortenberry Welcome back to Movie Monday, where we continue our descent through my personal list of the worst movies ever made. Today we're examining number 67: the 1995 legal "comedy" Jury Duty, starring... oh no... Pauly Shore. As always, remember that these rankings are purely subjective – though I suspect … Continue reading The Worst 67 – Jury Duty
Comedy
The Black Market Below Bleecker
Dave Winters considered himself a rational man. He recycled when convenient, tipped exactly 18%, and had strong opinions about people who took the elevator to the second floor. He worked in data analytics, lived alone in a reasonably-priced Greenwich Village apartment (inherited from his grandmother, thank you very much), and had never once entertained the … Continue reading The Black Market Below Bleecker
The Worst 68 – In the Army Now
In the Army Now 1994 Directed by Daniel Petrie, Jr. Welcome back to Movie Monday, where we're continuing our journey through my personal list of the worst movies ever made. Today we're diving into number 68 on the list: the 1994 military "comedy" In the Army Now, starring Pauly Shore. As always, remember that these rankings … Continue reading The Worst 68 – In the Army Now
The Worst 69 – Drop Dead Fred
Drop Dead Fred 1991 Directed by Ate de Jong Welcome back to Movie Monday, where we're continuing our journey through my personal list of the worst movies ever made. Today we're diving into number 69 on the list: 1991's Drop Dead Fred. Before we begin, let me remind you that this list is entirely subjective. One … Continue reading The Worst 69 – Drop Dead Fred
The Great Raccoon Chase
Ember clutched his clipboard of hand-processed paper, carefully noting the properties of yet another surviving wooden structure. "Pine," he muttered, "approximately ninety-seven years old, minimal degradation despite exposure to—" His scientific observations were interrupted by screaming. "THE NIGHT BANDIT APPROACHES! SHIELD YOUR VESSELS OF SUSTENANCE FROM ITS SACRED GRASP!" Ember ducked behind the ancient pine … Continue reading The Great Raccoon Chase
The Worst 72 – Little Nicky
Little Nicky 2000 Directed by Steven Brill Welcome back to Movie Monday, where we continue our journey through my personal list of the worst movies I've ever seen. Today we're diving into number 72 on the list: Little Nicky, a 2000 dark fantasy comedy that proves even Satan himself can't save a bad script. Let's … Continue reading The Worst 72 – Little Nicky
The Worst 73 – Dumb and Dumberer: When Harry Met Lloyd
Dumb and Dumberer: When Harry Met Lloyd 2003 Directed by Troy Miller Welcome to Movie Monday, dear readers! We're continuing our trek through my personal list of the 100 worst movies I've ever seen, and today we're diving into #73: Dumb and Dumberer: When Harry Met Lloyd (2003). As always, remember that these rankings are … Continue reading The Worst 73 – Dumb and Dumberer: When Harry Met Lloyd
The Misadventures of Captain Calamity
Jerry Matthews sneezed, and three garbage trucks flipped over. "Oh no, not again," he muttered, frantically patting his pockets for an allergy pill. The spring pollen count was particularly high today, and being allergic to practically everything that bloomed wasn't ideal when you had super breath powers. He could hear the garbage truck drivers shouting … Continue reading The Misadventures of Captain Calamity
The Worst 76 – Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo
Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo 1999 Directed by Mike Mitchell Welcome back, cinephiles and masochists alike, to another thrilling installment of Movie Monday! As we continue our descent into the cinematic abyss, working our way down my list of the worst movies I've ever had the misfortune of experiencing, we find ourselves at number 76 out … Continue reading The Worst 76 – Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo
How Societal Changes Have Influenced Comedy in Film Over the Decades
Comedy, they say, is tragedy plus time. But it's also society plus change, with a dash of laughter to help the medicine go down. As we embark on this cinematic journey through the decades, we'll explore how the funny bone of American film has evolved, adapted, and occasionally stubbed its toe on the coffee table … Continue reading How Societal Changes Have Influenced Comedy in Film Over the Decades
The Confusing Middle 