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Dear Internet,

Can you help me? I'm afraid I've watched all the movies on Netflix Watch Instantly except for Farts of Darkness, Blood Hook, and Bush Doctor. I have so much sewing to do, and I demand adequate entertainments.

If you don't know my taste, I'll have you know that aside from a few solid zingers, I didn't really love To Be or Not to Be, which I watched Friday night. I liked it okay, but I got a bit bored with the antics. It might have been the fault of Jack Benny, who I find obnox, or my too-high expectations of a Lubitsch film, because it certainly wasn't lovely Carole Lombard. She can do no wrong!

I would recommend everyone see this movie because of how totally insane it was to release this balls-out Nazi satire while WWII was still happening. I mean, just over-the-top, a-la-South Park. It's no surprise that people freaked out at the time, not to mention the fact that Lombard died just before it came out. If you want some kooky Hitler humor and already own The Producers, give it a try.

Until advised on further media consumption, I will be watching all of Law & Order SVU Season 10, and that is not good for my delicate sensibilities. Please respond promptly!

Sincerely,
PC

The (My) Great Depression

Nerds! Just as I was getting all cozy and comfortable at my job, I get the axe! Such is temp life. Honestly, with all the relentless cutbacks at the company, it was a miracle that they let me stay as long as I did, and I am very grateful for that .The good side: I actually did a lot of real work during my time there, so my resume is vastly improved with new skills. The bad side: People were nice, and I need money!

However, time heals all wounds, and so does a classic screwball comedy! Here's one that fits the day perfectly. My Man Godfrey is the story of Godfrey, a "forgotten man," (read: homeless dude) ruined by the Depression and living in a dump, and how he comes to work for a prominent family as a butler.

There are so many snappy zingers and unforgettable character actors in this movie, I can't even begin to tell you. It's truly, timelessly hilarious. And, it's in the public domain, which means you can watch it online for free or buy a copy for $1 at Walgreens like I did.

Here's the preview, which contains zero zingers, but just a wee taste of the atmosphere (unlike modern previews, which always give away the best jokes!).

Onward and upward!