OCTOBER 23, 1987

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• Headline: Paul Newman's 'Glass Menagerie' Premiere. Impact: If Paul Newman hadn’t directed ‘Glass Menagerie,’ it’s possible that theater-goers would have less exposure to fragile dramas, leading to a world where emotionally stunted individuals dominate society. Thanks, Paul.. Fact: Did you know that Newman’s salad dressing empire was almost as successful as his film career? Talk about a man with layers!.
• Headline: Comedy Film: 'The Funeral' by Juzo Itami. Impact: Juzo Itami’s ‘The Funeral’ triggered a cultural shift in Japan, where now every awkward family gathering is secretly hoping to be a comedic masterpiece—thanks to the inspiration of a funeral gone wrong.. Fact: In Japan, funerals are often more about celebrating life than mourning death. So, you know, just like every birthday party I've ever attended..
• Headline: Exploring 'No Man's Land' Film Insights. Impact: The rookie cop’s misadventures may have inspired a generation of future police officers to pursue careers in undercover work, leading to a baffling rise in car thefts. Thanks for the precedent!. Fact: Rookie cops are basically the real-life version of ‘The Hangover’—only less fun and with more paperwork..
• Headline: Film: 'The Killing Time,' a Thriller. Impact: The vengeful youth posing as a deputy sheriff may have inspired countless revenge fantasies among bored teenagers, ultimately leading to a spike in poorly written fan fiction.. Fact: Did you know that posing as someone you’re not is generally frowned upon in real life? Unless you’re a method actor, of course..
• Headline: Anchorage Journal; AS ISOLATIONISM AND RACISM INTERSECT. Impact: The controversy over the performing arts center's naming rights created a ripple effect of debates on cultural appropriation, leading to a society where everyone gets a trophy—because what’s a name, anyway?. Fact: Isolationism and racism have more in common than you think: they both make terrible dinner guests..
• Headline: Film: Cher and Dennis Quaid Star in 'Suspect'. Impact: Cher and Dennis Quaid’s courtroom thriller did wonders for the cinematic universe, proving that even the most predictable plots can lead to a career resurgence—just look at Cher.. Fact: Cher once said she could turn back time. Apparently, she just meant her movie choices..
• Headline: Film: 'The Sicilian'. Impact: ‘The Sicilian’ risked confusing viewers with its ponderous nature, possibly leading to a decade of filmgoers questioning their life choices while watching artsy films.. Fact: Salvatore Giuliano’s life was so dramatic that it makes most soap operas look like a Sunday picnic..
• Headline: THE EVENING HOURS. Impact: Donald Trump’s inexplicable cheer during a stock market plunge may have inspired countless motivational speakers to use ‘happy despite chaos’ as their go-to mantra. Ugh.. Fact: The Duke Ellington Memorial Fund sounds great, but how about we just memorialize the stock market instead? It’s definitely having a rough time..
• Headline: Film: 'Prince of Darkness,' by John Carpenter. Impact: ‘Prince of Darkness’ contributed to the rise of zombie-related media, leading to an inexplicable obsession with the undead that continues to plague pop culture. Thanks a lot, John Carpenter!. Fact: Physics students turning into zombies is just another way of saying they finally found a way to apply their knowledge—just not in the way they intended..