MARCH 25, 1988

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• Headline: Neil Simon's Biloxi Blues Overview. Impact: If Neil Simon hadn't written 'Biloxi Blues,' the entire genre of coming-of-age military films would have been stuck in a time loop of poorly written scripts and over-the-top action sequences. Thanks to Simon, we now have the luxury of laughing at boot camp instead of crying over it. Who knew a comedy could change the trajectory of military recruitment?. Fact: Did you know that Neil Simon's original draft included a scene where recruits had to assemble IKEA furniture blindfolded? It was cut for being too unrealistic..
• Headline: Comedy Review: Island of Rhodes Film. Impact: The utter lack of humor in this film ushered in an age where filmmakers realized they didn’t have to rely on comedy to make a movie—thus launching a thousand dull dramas! Thanks, Rhodes! You've ruined vacations for countless screenwriters.. Fact: Fun fact: The only thing that lacked more spontaneity than this movie was the average tourist's itinerary on the island of Rhodes..
• Headline: Johnny Be Good: College Sports Corruption Revealed. Impact: The obviousness of 'Johnny Be Good' set a precedent for college sports films that would later be filled with clichés and tropes, leading to a generation of athletes who believe they could also star in movies. Spoiler alert: they can't.. Fact: Did you know that in a bizarre twist of fate, this film inadvertently led to the creation of reality TV shows about college athletes? Thanks, Hollywood!.