The media is rife with great reviews of the Silver Linings Playbook, but I have been disappointed before. My wife wanted to see it after our Thanksgiving dinner. Bradley Cooper was unexpectedly good at a serious role. The real standout, though, was Jennifer Lawrence. Having seen her in Winter's Bone, her performance in that movie stood out in spite of the fact that I did not like it. I suspected at that point that she would go far. In hunger Games, which I also didn't like, her performance was outstanding. She can say more with her eyes and expressions than with the dialog. IMHO, this movie, which is a low-budget, shot-in-the-dark will elevate to Oscar consideration, the movie, Cooper and definitely Lawrence.
While the food and company were great for Thanksgiving, I certainly agree that the amount of effort to create that meal doesn't appear to be worthwhile for the payoff, which lasts about fifteen minutes, it seems. We were all so full that we didn't go back for seconds! As usual, we dieted for the week before- and gorged ourselves (compliments to Bobby Flay) for that one evening. Now I'm ready to go back on a diet, to feel comfortable again...
Things you'll overhear on Thanksgiving that might sound dirty on any other day
"Talk about a huge breast!"
"Tying the legs together keeps the inside moist."
"It's Cool Whip time!"
"Whew, that's one terrific spread!"
"I'm in the mood for a little dark meat."
"Are you ready for seconds yet?"
"It's a little dry, do you still want to eat it?"
"Just wait your turn, you'll get some!"
"Don't play with your meat."
"Just spread the legs open and stuff it in."
"Do you think you'll be able to handle all these people at once?"
"I didn't expect everyone to come at once!"
"You still have a little bit on your chin."
"Use a nice smooth stroke when you whip it."
"How long will it take after you stick it in?"
"You'll know it's ready when it pops up."
"Wow, I didn't think I could handle all of that!"
"How many are coming?"
"That's the biggest one I've ever seen!"
"Just lay back and take it easy ... I'll do the rest."
"How long do I beat it before it's ready?"
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