As you’re reading this, I’m heading down to Myrtle Beach for a few days of golf with a dozen of my closest friends. One of the things we do there besides play golf is eat, and since the food in Myrtle, with a few exceptions, is not very good, we cook a lot. While cooking is going on, we generally watch old movies. “Guy movies.” You know – stupid comedies from which almost any guy can quote a line or two. Animal House. Caddyshack (hey, it’s a golf trip!). And usually The Blues Brothers. Continue reading
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May 12, 2010 · 7:53 am
The Blues Brothers
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October 31, 2008 · 8:37 am
Mixed Messages
One of my favorite scenes in the Blues Brothers comes when Jake (John Belushi) is confronted by his ex-girlfriend (Carrie Fisher) in a tunnel as he’s making his escape from yet another dicey situation. Having been stood up at the alter by Jake several years prior, she is in no mood for a discussion of the issues. She wants action now! Please keep reading
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Tagged as barack obama, Blues Brothers, business, Carrie Fisher, crisis management, entertainment, John Belushi, john mccain, management, politics