JUNE 25, 1981

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• Headline: 'STRIPES': Army Comedy Classic. Impact: The success of 'STRIPES' led to an influx of Army-themed comedies, which ultimately resulted in a spike in enlistments for 'people who thought they could be funny'—causing an ongoing debate over military recruitment strategies that still baffles historians today.. Fact: Did you know that Army recruitment commercials now feature more humor than actual battle footage? Apparently, laughter is the best weapon!.
• Headline: Dragonslayer: A Fantasy Adventure Explored. Impact: 'DRAGONSLAYER' inspired a generation of fantasy films that turned into an obsession with dragons, leading to a societal meltdown when people tried to train their cats as dragons in the '90s. Spoiler: it didn't end well.. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing more mythical than the dragons in 'DRAGONSLAYER' is the number of people who claim to have seen one in their backyard..
• Headline: French Cinema's Bold Portrayals in the 90s. Impact: Chabrol's 'HIGH HEELS' and Schatzberg's 'DANDY' marked the beginning of film critics forming secret societies to debate 'artsy' films, resulting in an underground movement that ultimately led to the rise of hipster coffee shops everywhere.. Fact: You know you're in an 'artsy' coffee shop when the barista can recite Chabrol's entire filmography while making your soy latte—because, clearly, you need that to enjoy your overpriced caffeine fix..
• Headline: MISS PIGGY STARS IN 'GREAT MUPPET CAPER'. Impact: Miss Piggy's portrayal in 'GREAT MUPPET CAPER' not only solidified her status as a fashion icon but also sparked a revolution in puppet rights, leading to the Muppets becoming the first non-human entities to run for public office in 2020. Results were mixed.. Fact: Did you know that Miss Piggy has more fashion endorsements than most supermodels? Talk about hogging the limelight!.