Freddy's Cine It

Plot Summary: Bobby Bowfinger, a struggling filmmaker, comes up with a wild plan to shoot his dream movie on a shoestring budget. When Hollywood megastar Kit Ramsey refuses to star in the film, Bowfinger decides to secretly shoot around him, using hidden cameras and an oblivious look-alike named Jiff. This hilarious satire explores the absurdities of Hollywood, ambition, and the lengths one will go to achieve their dreams. Director: Frank Oz Producer: Brian Grazer Screenplay: Steve Martin Starring: Steve Martin as Bobby Bowfinger Eddie Murphy as Kit Ramsey / Jiff Ramsey Heather Graham as Daisy Christine Baranski as Carol Terence Stamp as Terry Stricter Robert Downey Jr. as Jerry Renfro   ***SPOILER ALERT*** Another Frank Oz and Steve Martin Gem As expected, I'm back with another Frank Oz 90s comedy classic, this time starring Steve ...

Plot Summary: An ambitious architect, Newton Davis, designs and builds his dream home for his girlfriend, only to have her reject his marriage proposal. Heartbroken, he abandons the house, only for a quirky and manipulative waitress, Gwen, to move in and pose as his wife. What follows is a series of comedic and chaotic situations as the two pretend to be married, all while navigating their own personal dilemmas. Director: Frank Oz Producer: Brian Grazer Screenplay: Mark Stein Starring: Steve Martin as Newton Davis Goldie Hawn as Gwen Phillips Dana Delany as Becky Metcalf Julie Harris as Edna Davis Donald Moffat as George Davis   ***SPOILER ALERT*** Goldie Hawn Shines Bright Returning to the world of Frank Oz comedies, Housesitter pairs Steve Martin with the brilliant Goldie Hawn, and let me tell you, she absolutely steals the show. Goldie...

Plot Summary: Seymour Krelborn, a shy and meek florist assistant, discovers a mysterious plant he names Audrey II. The plant brings him fame and fortune, but it harbors a dark secret: it thrives on human blood. As Seymour struggles to keep Audrey II fed, he must face the increasingly dire consequences of his choices in this darkly comedic musical. Director: Frank Oz Producer: David Geffen Screenplay: Howard Ashman Starring: Rick Moranis as Seymour Krelborn Ellen Greene as Audrey Vincent Gardenia as Mr. Mushnik Steve Martin as Orin Scrivello, DDS Levi Stubbs as the voice of Audrey II   ***SPOILER ALERT*** Exploring another Cult Classic Continuing our journey through Frank Oz's filmography, we arrive at the cult horror musical Little Shop of Horrors completed 1 year before I was born. Once again, Oz impresses with unbelievably detailed puppe...

Plot Summary: The film follows two rival con artists, the suave and sophisticated Lawrence Jamieson and the loud and flamboyant Freddy Benson, as they clash in the beautiful French Riviera. Their competition escalates when they make a bet to swindle $50,000 from a seemingly naive heiress, Janet Colgate. Packed with wit, twists, and hilarious antics, the movie keeps viewers guessing until its clever ending. Director: Frank Oz Screenplay: Dale Launer, Stanley Shapiro, Paul Henning Starring: Steve Martin as Freddy Benson Michael Caine as Lawrence Jamieson Glenne Headly as Janet Colgate   ***SPOILER ALERT*** A Perfect Holiday Pick-Me-Up This Christmas, while recovering from COVID, I decided to treat myself to a Steve Martin classic to lift my spirits. Enter Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988), directed by Frank Oz—yes, the legendary voice behind Yoda and many Muppets! This clever and charming comedy t...