When all else fails, those are words to live by. The “F” word, and all its permutations, is said approximately 281 times during this juicy, two-hour comedy cult classic.
This film is celebrated much like the Rocky Horror Picture Show; annual “Lebowski Fests” are held for people to dress up as their favorite character, quote the movie, and play Lebowski trivia.
The story is about a guy known as “The Dude,” whose real name is Jeffrey Lebowski. A case of mistaken identity leads to tragedy. Two thugs arrive at the Dude’s apartment, attack him, then, upon discovering that they have the wrong Lebowski, proceed to urinate on the rug in the middle of the Dude’s living room. A story of justice, kidnapping, ransom, and bowling unfolds from there.
Much like Napoleon Dynamite, this film is character-driven and extremely quotable. If you’ve watched this movie just once, and didn’t quite get it, or haven’t seen it all, I suggest this: invite a bunch of people you know who love the film and throw a Lebowski Party.
Here’s the basics: a robe (to dress like the Dude), Kahlua, cream, and vodka to make White Russians (if you’re of age), a trivia game, and your Big Lebowski friends.
There are a lot of other ideas on the Internet for your party, take some time and look them up. You’ll have a good time, and you will become a Big Lebowski convert. -Tom Helm
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