JUNE 27, 1986

Full News Archive

• Headline: Screening of Jim Henson's 'Labyrinth'. Impact: If it weren't for Jareth, the Goblin King, we might never have had the rise of the fantasy genre in the '80s. Who knew that a teenage girl's quest could inspire a generation of cosplay enthusiasts and a questionable amount of fan fiction? Thanks, Henson!. Fact: Did you know that David Bowie’s hair in this movie is really just a visual warning about the dangers of excessive hairspray?.
• Headline: Exploring 'Running Scared': A Crime Comedy. Impact: The antics of these two cops may have inadvertently inspired countless buddy cop films, leading to an avalanche of terrible sequels. Thanks, Chicago, for giving us the formula for lazy screenwriting!. Fact: Did you know that 'Running Scared' is not just a movie title but also the emotional state of anyone who has ever seen the sequels that followed?.
• Headline: SWEET LIBERTY IS CAST IN CHOCOLATE. Impact: This gigantic chocolate statue may have sparked a sugar rush revolution, leading to chocolate sculptures becoming the new 'it' thing at parties—if you can ignore the ants and melting issues.. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more impressive than a 14-foot chocolate statue is the number of people who immediately thought about taking a bite out of it?.
• Headline: BUSINESS PEOPLE; MOTOROLA MAINTAINS CONTINUITY AT HELM. Impact: Weisz's appointment at Motorola likely ensured that the company continued to produce the very phones that would become the bane of every teenager's existence for decades. Thanks for keeping us connected, Mr. Weisz!. Fact: Did you know that being a CEO means you get to make all the decisions while occasionally pretending to care about the opinions of your employees?.
• Headline: A Texan Goes Home. Impact: Singleton's return to Texas not only revitalized a local newspaper but also opened the floodgates for every Texan who thinks they can run a newspaper. Thanks for the inspiration, Mr. Singleton!. Fact: Did you know that buying a newspaper is like adopting a pet? It requires commitment, and sometimes you just end up with a lot of dead weight on your hands..
• Headline: FILM: 'RUTHLESS PEOPLE,' A COMEDY. Impact: The comedic misadventures of this kidnapping plot have likely led to an entire sub-genre of films where nothing goes as planned—because who doesn’t want to watch a train wreck?. Fact: Did you know that 'Ruthless People' is a perfect example of how not to handle hostage situations? Just ask the characters!.
• Headline: FILM: MAGNOLI'S 'AMERICAN ANTHEM'. Impact: This film about gymnasts in love may have been the catalyst for every rom-com that followed, proving that even the most athletic can't escape the clutches of cliché.. Fact: Did you know that if you squint hard enough while watching this film, you might think it's a documentary on how not to write a love story?.