1999 Archive: The Man on the Moon Commitment
Why Jim Carrey? For a performance so “Method” that he actually convinced people he was Andy Kaufman, mostly by being a total nightmare to everyone… Read More »1999 Archive: The Man on the Moon Commitment
1999 Classic: Sixth Sense
Why were the trick-or-treaters so quiet? Because they were all whispering, “I see dead people,” while looking at the neighbors’ disappointing fruit snacks. Part of… Read More »1999 Classic: Sixth Sense
1999 Classic: The Digital Watch
Why was the man staring at his wrist? He was waiting for the “Millennium Countdown” timer to see if his watch would explode at midnight.… Read More »1999 Classic: The Digital Watch
1998 Classic: The Winter Olympics Snowboarding
Why was the first gold medalist disqualified? Because Ross Rebagliati tested positive for “second-hand smoke,” proving that ’98 was a very laid-back year for some.… Read More »1998 Classic: The Winter Olympics Snowboarding
1998 Legacy: The Cell Phone
Her new Nokia is so indestructible, she uses it to tenderize steaks when I’m not looking. Part of the 71 Mother-in-Law Jokes: The 1998 “Star… Read More »1998 Legacy: The Cell Phone
1998 Vintage: The “Snake” Champion
One, but they’ll grow longer with every turn of the bulb. Part of the 71 Light Bulb Jokes: The 1998 Retro Edition archive. Historically Verified
1997 Vintage: Best Recording for Children
Why Toy Story? Because “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” is the only song both a 5-year-old and a Grammy voter can agree on. Part… Read More »1997 Vintage: Best Recording for Children
1996 Archive: The Suitcase
I’m a travel agent. I’ve got too much baggage. Part of the 61 Classic Punny One-Liners: The 1996 Retro Edition archive. Historically Verified
1996 Classic: Worst Remake or Sequel
Why The Island of Dr. Moreau? Because H.G. Wells probably would have preferred the hurricane to the actual movie. Part of the 38 Razzie Awards… Read More »1996 Classic: Worst Remake or Sequel
1996 Archive: The AOL Chat Room A/S/L
The first thing you ask anyone is “Age/Sex/Location,” as if we’re all filling out a census form for fun. Part of the 60 Observational One-Liners:… Read More »1996 Archive: The AOL Chat Room A/S/L