Author Archives: michael

Dinner with Ruprecht

A hilarious scene from Dirty Rotten Scoundrels a flick from
1988 starring Steve Martin and Michael Caine as flim-flam
artists who cheat rich widows out of their money.
This is one of the funniest pieces I’ve ever seen in a movie.
Michael Caine is a very accomplished actor that knows what
he’s doing and does it well.
Steve Martin is one of the best physical comedians the planet
has ever seen, as good as he is with dialogue his body language
is off the charts when he’s on a roll.
Steve is pretending he is mentally challenged to get the rich
fiance to back out of the impending marriage with his older
brother Michael, in doing so they both reap a financial windfall
when the woman “buys out” the agreement for a wedding.
This piece made me laugh out loud more than once!
The premise is incredible, well written and wonderfully
executed, makes for a good time had by all.
Emperor Palpatine has a bit part as their butler, he’s standing
against the pillar while they eat dinner…

Just Can’t Seem to Get the Blues

The Reverend Billy C. Wirtz with an ode to those that are depressed
because there’s nothing wrong with them.
I’ve been dealing with that problem for years now.
It’s tough, there are no support groups or federal programs for
folks like us, we have to make do with our lack of afflictions.
There are days when I get up in the morning, throw open the
drapes to see the sun shining bright, the birds chirping loudly
and everything in place, and I smile.
I feel horrible that I’m so happy.
The Reverend gets it…

Creepy vs Rapey

This is a classic piece by Alonzo Bodden.
He’s got a couple of flavors of this one, I play a version
on the show that is very similar.
Alonzo is a very funny stand-up comedian, one of my
favorites, he has style and a great stage presence.
Just a couple of low end swears, no need to wrap
Grandma in cellophane.
This is a great bit…