JANUARY 13, 1990

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• Headline: Preppy Cop Meets Urban Challenges in Film. Impact: The chaotic depiction of the inner city in this film inspired future filmmakers to create even more exaggerated portrayals, leading to a generation of movies where every cop is either a genius or a bumbling idiot. Thanks to this flick, the stereotype of the 'preppy cop' became the standard for every buddy-cop movie that followed. So, you're welcome, 80s film culture.. Fact: Did you know that Philadelphia is known as the 'City of Brotherly Love'? Apparently, this film missed that memo entirely, opting instead for 'City of Brotherly Chaos.'.
• Headline: Pops Returns Amid Resort Crisis. Impact: The land-grabbing antics in this film sparked a wave of real-life developers to think, 'Hey, if they can do it in a movie, why can't we do it in real life?' This led to a series of unfortunate ski resorts disappearing under cookie-cutter condos and overpriced lodges, thus ruining many a ski bum's dreams. Thanks, Hollywood!. Fact: Fun fact: ski bums are actually just aspiring snowboarders who have yet to find their inner chill. Who knew that a movie could ruin their vibes before they even hit the slopes?.