Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Adam Sandler Movies

I make a point of seeing every Adam Sander production on opening weekend. Not only do I think all of the Happy Madison movies are funny, clever and actually heart warming.  I love the fact that he creates jobs for his friends, writes most of them, and has been nothing but great in the few times I've met him.

That being said I get a little upset that sometimes people roll their eyes at my enthusiasm for his work. It takes an incredible amount of talent and work ethic to create over 20 years of successful Film, TV and Stand up Comedy.  Most people will give him a fair share of credit, but will slam his so called     "immaturity" the first chance they get.   But I really don't see anything immature about being yourself, creating your own projects and making a ton of money in the process.  And the best thing about it is that his movies are still great.  "That's My Boy" is hilarious. One of my favorite things to do is to see a comedy in a packed movie theater and laugh with a full crowd.  And that happens in everyone of his films.  Call me old fashioned but I love that shit. Or just call me old. (I turn 35 on July 7th)

Sandler, always Happy, .... coincidence?


I came across this article that I think also sides with me on this. (I'm pretty sure it does, the Author uses a lot of big words.)

 http://cityarts.info/2012/06/20/the-sandler-memo/

But the one thing that stood out to most was this quote.

"Hating Sandler gives people the delusion of sophistication; thinking they actually have standards, they pretend to disdain vulgarity."


I couldn't agree more.
I think anyone that doesn't keep up on Sandler's movies are seriously missing out. They are laugh out loud funny and always have a good message. Maybe I'm just being extra sensitive because I'm about to start filming my next comedy short "The Jizzmaster part 2" and the eye-rolls are already heading my way.   Don't get me wrong, the movie is totally ridiculous and there is no reason in the universe for the first one to have been made, let alone a sequel.  A movie about a guy who drinks sperm  definitely doesn't appeal to a mass audience.  It grosses everyone out. 


But don't worry, soon enough Lena Dunham will make something similar and it will be called genius.  She can accept her Emmy award on behalf of the Sandler fans.  And at that same awards show I'll be a seat filler and she can sit on my face.


*I have no idea why I brought Lena Dunham into this. It's late. I should go to bed. The "sit on my face" part doesn't even make sense. But I'm keeping it.  "That's My Boy" is now in theaters, and "Jizzmaster 2" will be lucky if it plays on someone's laptop.



Tuesday, June 19, 2012

White Sox vs Dodgers

Last Friday we went to the Dodger game. Being a White Sox fan its always a treat when they come west to L.A..  I don't have to go down to Anaheim and I get to see the White Sox test out their new Bullet proof uniforms!
 I ignored the warnings and chose to come to the park dressed in full White Sox gear. It was like being the new guy in a prison. Even the ballpark Organ player had a neck tattoo. (hold for audience laughter)  After the game they had fireworks, so nobody can hear you scream.

I'm not wearing pants.

Before the fireworks, fans are separated by race, gang affiliation and seat number.
I'm waiting for the "Bang Snaps" and "Black Snakes."

After the game, people line up at the top of Chavez Ravine to get their picture taken in front of the L.A. Skyline, it's like a Mexican prom in the parking lot. 


I don't look as fat in Black & White. 

In all actuality, Dodger Stadium is a great time.

Sunday, June 10, 2012

Purple Orchid Tiki Lounge - El Segundo

Thanks to everybody who came out to the Purple Orchid Tiki Lounge last night in El Segundo. You were a great group that barely responded to my mediocre "crowd work".  It was an important next step on my path to a mental breakdown!

Here's a great idea, let's divide the check 10 ways!

Me, with Dave, (the owner), KP, Damian, Nighthawk and GW.
(5 people who didn't tell me my shirt was see through)

Saturday, June 9, 2012

Slash and Duff albums.

I hit the jackpot at Amoeba Records on Sunset this afternoon. I went there to pick up Slash's new album "Apocolyptic Love" on Vinyl and got a nice surprise when I also found a Duff McKagan's "Loaded" "Wasted Heart" EP on Vinyl too.
*Not a bad score for someone who hasn't showered today.




As I type this I can still smell the scent of musty old records on my hands from browsing the Amoeba shelves.  I guess that's a good thing.
*24 hours from now, it wont be a good thing because that will mean I still haven't showered.

Special Thanks to Vandenberg Air Force Base!

Special thanks to Vandenberg Air Force Base for being a great crowd this past Friday night. Everyone was awesome!  I'll see if I can get some video of the show to post soon.


Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Bigfoot update. 5 things you didn't know about Bigfoot.

More great news from the land of Bigfoot!  A group of High School nerds in Idaho recently caught a glimpse of a curious Sasquatch while they were out in the woods.  Their brief, shitty video shows the Sasquatch watching them from the hillside, then turning around and rejecting the nerds just like society!  Check out the video below.

http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/headlines/2012/05/bigfoot-spotted-in-idaho/

You will also notice that the news clip has an interview with Idaho State University teacher Jeff Meldrum who appears in basically every TV special ever made on Bigfoot.  He's seems to be the only Cryptozoologist on earth who can hold down a day job.  I have no idea how he does it because his office looks like the prop room on "Harry and the Hendersons."

He better be busy grading papers because he never takes the time to return my letters or emails!
This goes for you too Loren Coleman, dig up my letter from 1999!
http://www.lorencoleman.com/

I clip coupons and hate construction on the 405, just like you!

Here are some more fun facts about Bigfoot.

1. He can drive stick shift.
2. Is usually vegetarian, unless he is eating a human.
3. He Loves VH1 Classic.
4. He voted for John McCain.
5. Prefers bottled water over stream.

These implants were for me! Not for the male Bigfoots!

*In all seriousness, If you happen to see a Sasquatch, do not attack or harm them in any way. Do not tell people, just leave them alone. You will be blessed with a great feeling of knowing that you have seen a modern day miracle.

*note to self, I've got to stop blogging late at night.