I was trying to think of a way to turn this whole "You've Gotta Love" section into more than just people that I love, but it's my blog so I'll do it any way I want so there. I really love movies, music, and book so I'm most likely going to love actors, singers, and authors. This installment is slightly different though. But if you know me at all you know that this obsession of mine is no secret. The Muppets are some of the most talented beings (they aren't people right?) out there. I remember growing up in the 90s as a chittlin and they were always just there. Some people would know Muppet's Christmas Carol or Muppet Treasure Island briefly, but for me these films were just a part of my childhood repertoire. Not just the movies, but I distinctly remember watching the Muppets on ABC with my parents. This wasn't the good ol' 70s Muppets, but they still had that wonderful power to bring families together with humor that was truly multi-generational. I also used to listen to the Muppets CD "Kermit Un-Pigged" on repeat for about 10 years (I might definitely still listen to it in today's world. Holler if you know what I'm talking about).
No matter what they're doing, they will always make me laugh/cry. In case you couldn't tell, I've been watching The Muppets a lot recently (thanks daddy!). If you haven't seen it yet, you really should stop reading this and go out right now to do so. It'll make you laugh at its blatant poking fun of the fact that's a movie, but it'll make you cry to. I'm not going to lie. I cried about six times in the theater when I first saw it. A majority of it is about how people have forgotten about the Muppets and I just wanted to stand up and shout that I hadn't! The songs were written by Jason Segel and Bret Mckenzie (Flight of the Conchords) and if that's not enough to motivate you, I'm sorry for your existence. Sorry if that's harsh, but I just really love the movie and soundtrack. It's like the first film (you all saw my Steve Martin post right?), but with a much more modern take.
The main reason you have to love the Muppets is because they are so timelessly funny. Seriously, even when making jokes back in the 70s, they're still funny today. "I'm lost!" "Maybe you should try Hare Krishna." Ha! Kermit will always be there to make me laugh and inspire me to be a better, greener frog. I am 100% convinced that if I were to meet Kermit in real life, I would ignore the puppeteer who's hand is up his backside and have just an honest conversation with the frog of my dreams. And have you seen his facial expressions? Priceless. Kermit is the glue that holds the entire gang together. He's got pig that loves him and a bear for a best friend. What else could anyone ask for? I really just want to say thank you Jim Henson. Thank you. You've brought this gal years of entertainment.
I hope that their latest movie inspires people to remember them for who they are: sheer entertainment. I might just go and watch their movies some more just because I'm in the mood. Or buy a Kermit watch off of Amazon. We'll see. That sounds like a wonderful end of a day to me!
2 comments:
LMAO, I love that you used the word 'chittlin'! I've seen a few of the older movies, but haven't watched the new one yet. Hmm...
It's such a good word! I think it should be a part of everyone's vocabulary. You should definitely see the new one. It's just so hard to watch it and not both cry and laugh your ass off!
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