Ellipsis Movie Of The Week... Foul Play

 

Bob Scott: Beware of the dwarf

Gloria Mundy: Gee Scottie, I don't think there is a dwarf in this movie.

~Foul Play

1978

I saw this movie when it came out in 1978, and instantly wanted to paint my room green and yellow! And I eventually did! I just fell in love with the bright, enthusiastic and happy disposition, which wasn't a lot different from the personality of the movie's main character, Gloria Mundy. The movie is funny, it's mildly suspenseful and It's got a wonderful cast of characters, including a snake named, Esme, to keep your mind reeling! And you gotta love the cast including, Mr. San Francisco, Cyril Magnin, as the Pope, and San Francisco as itself! My beautiful home, has never been more beautiful! Well, I am partial, so that's probably not true, because any time I get a glance of the city by the bay, my heart sings. I miss home so much, but I will see her again soon, but for now, Foul Play, will hold me over. Watch it! Chevy Chase is hysterical, and Brian Dennehy brings the serious moments. 

Ready To Take A Chance Again

By Barry Manilow

Maybe

 

"Always focus on the front windshield, and not the rearview mirror."

~Colin Powell

Maybe.

Could be.

I really like it.

But there are things to consider.

Maybe.

Could be.

We'll find out later today.

One of my favorite scenes from the movie, is the brilliant Eugene Levy as a shifty car salesman.

"The Wagon Queen Family Truckster, you think you hate it now, but wait until you drive it."

Ellipsis Movie Countdown #11

 

"Can I refill your eggnog for you?

 Get you something to eat?

 Drive you out in the middle of nowhere and leave you for dead?

~Clark W. Griswold (Chevy Chase)

National Lampoons Christmas Vacation

The Griswold's do Christmas... but this time... it's a staycation. On Christmas. What can go wrong? I loved the vacation movies, and this one was brilliant and heartwarming, and very relatable! Who hasn't either hosted or attended a crazy Christmas get together? I know I have attended my share. After my sister got married, she insisted on hosting the holidays. She was right that she had more room, and she tried really hard, but no matter what, you can't wave a wand and change the personalities of those who come for the festivities! Well, that's what the Griswold's learn about their holiday. But in the end, love wins out over anything. That's what Christmas is all about!