This man above is known as Johnny Canuck. He is Canada’s answer to the United States’ Uncle Sam. Remember when the cast of Saved By The Bell worked at the Malibu Sands and Screech was asked to play Uncle Sam for the 4^th of July bash and he showed up dressed as his uncle Sam? It’s nothing like that. What were we talking about? Ah forget it. Read on for the usual Friday links. (more…)

Like all good things, even Ridiculous Movie Competitions must come to an end. It’s been a hell of a ride filled with mediocre and subpar movies over the last two weeks, so I thought we’d end with one nearly everyone I know likes. You may be wondering how this one fits the criteria, but that’s easily answered by clicking the little link to your right. Come on inside as we wrap up this 8-part feature. (more…)

Of all the entries on the list, I’m willing to bet these two films have the lowest combined viewing total. Don’t let that deter you from reading though - these movies settle their respective scores with a climactic race! That’s right, if you’re pissed off at someone, don’t settle things violently. Settle it with either a good old fashioned foot race or strap on your skates on brave the most daunting hill in town! What could be better? (more…)

Ahh youth. I generally try not to make fun of kids in this space (except Averman from The Mighty Ducks - God, how I hate Averman) since that’s incredibly unfair and just plain shitty, so this’ll be a tricky post. We’ve got two youth movies on deck, one featuring the dorky kids you used to shame with a dodgeball to the glasses on P.E. days and one about kids at fat camp. Fortunately, the kids in these movies are incredibly pleasant. It’s the writers that deserve the ridicule, and of course, the bizarre competitions and wagers that give these movies their climaxes. Time to dive in to Round 6 of Ridiculous Movie Competitions. (more…)

I watched Rocky Balboa recently on Showtime and had mixed feelings about it. On one hand, the fights looked terrific, I was stoked Duke was still alive to train Rocky, and the inclusion of little Marie was a nice nod to the past. On the other hand, Burt Young looks like he’s approximately 95 years old, the story is absolutely preposterous, and his son is still a whiny pain in the ass. But the best thing about Rocky Balboa? The filmmakers basically ignore Rocky V ever existed.

Rocky V is such an upsetting movie, it’s only natural that I’ve seen it about 50 times. And if you’re talking Rocky V, you might as well throw in Over the Top as well to really embarrass ol’ Sly. Let’s get to it, shall we? (more…)

It’s 4:50 p.m. MST as I type this and I’m watching the Brock Lesnar/Randy Couture countdown show hyping UFC 91 tonight. I have no doubt in my mind that Brock Lesnar will positively beat the hell out of Randy Couture tonight and win the UFC Heavyweight Title. (more…)

Thank God this week is over. We’ve had one of those weeks where the goddamn cats are playing Dance Dance Revolution on your body while you sleep, your boss shows you once again what a juvenile asshole he is, and nothing seems to be going your way. But none of that shit matters because it’s Friday, and next week begins anew. But not without some fresh links to help you down the homestretch of what has turned out to be a very long week. (more…)

D2: The Mighty Ducks

Where to even start with this one? And yes, this one deserves its own post. It’s that friggin’ screwy. (more…)

I’ll bet when David Mamet wrote this play, and then wrote the movie, he hoped and anticipated for stimulating discussions about it. I’ll bet he never thought he’d see his movie sitting side-by-side with the Bobcat Goldthwait laugh riot Hot To Trot, though. You’re welcome, Mr. Mamet. I’m taking your film places it’s never been before! Strap in, because we got more ridiculousness to unpack! (more…)

With ski season rapidly descending upon us, let’s take a look at two of the finer skiing movies ever made coming from someone other than Warren Miller. Of course a list of the best ski movies would only include Out Cold, the Ski School series just for its gratuitous use of naked boobs, and the immortal Hot Dog: The Movie!  So, um, let’s look at half of the best ski movies ever made! (more…)