I wonder if, like me, everyone else in the world has that one actor who they love today only because they loved that particular actor when they were kids. You know, that actor who's movies you seemed to always watch growing up (And cartoons don't count or else this post would be all about the ninja turtles . . . and it's not. That's for another day). When I was growing up it seemed like we were always watching movies like Overboard, Captain Ron, Backdraft, Tombstone, Stargate, and the infamous Big Trouble in Little China which is one of my all time favorites. Now, what do all those movies have in common? Yes, the Oh so talented Kurt Russell. The "Kurt" is awesome. How can one NOT like a "Kurt" movie. I mean they are all so crowd pleasing. Just try to watch Captain Ron and not laugh or watch Tombstone and not get that rush of adrenaline that makes you want to go shoot something, a lot of something! And watch Big Trouble in Little China. . . and then watch it again because usually the first time you ask yourself "What? Huh? Was that for real?" because it is slightly ridiculous. So when you watch the movie the second time be aware that yes, that was "for real" and while the movie sure seemed like it was trying to be a "real" action flick it is actually very funny and fun to make fun of. I mean just look at this photo from the movie below. Need I say more.
Awesome! This guy's super power is filling himself with air. . . And look at this guy. His secret weapon is a mini leaf rake.
And this guy shoots light out of his mouth and eyes and he is also able to send warriors of light from his grossly long pinky nails.
But all their powers pale in comparison to "the Kurt" who's secret power is that he's an all too confident american truck driver who delivers pork chops.
And yes, that is lipstick smeared on his face, what a playa! Wow, this movie sounds better and better every time I explain it to others. So there you go, today's sweet mystery of life is "the Kurt" and his movies, with a special emphasis on Big Trouble in Little China. I own it and will let anyone borrow it if and when they get the itch to. Watch it, love it, and respect it/him with a cult like loyalty!
