Things that make me go WTF?: Will Ferrell is still one of the hottest names in comedy movies right now, despite duds like Blades of Glory and Semi-Pro, and yet the former SNL star is slumming to Broadway to do a one-man show. I don't get the logic.I think You're Welcome America is a decent idea. It just seems too soon in execution. In 20 years, when Ferrell's career ain't what it is today, he should play an elderly W. who is unrepentant to his bad leadership decisions for humorous effect. Mind you, this could just be an experimental phase for him, like the Funny or Die videos that he's also popular for. Perhaps he just views Broadway as another untouched frontier for himself.
To tell the truth, while I question the career move, I have to admit that at this moment I want to buy a ticket to see You're Welcome America. He's from an improvisational background and I have no doubt he'd be fun to watch live on stage.
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10-17-2008 @ 6:12PM
viewdrix said...
Anger about comments that Broadway is lower than movies and for washed-up stars in 3... 2...
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10-17-2008 @ 7:22PM
Chris said...
I hope your comment about "slumming to Broadway" is a joke. Either way I find the comment to be misguided and in poor taste.
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10-17-2008 @ 11:18PM
Steve said...
Regardless of Brad's opinion of Broadway, it's not like it's a permanent career shift for Ferrell. He only plans to run the show for about a month and a half.
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10-18-2008 @ 10:15AM
eric f. said...
Slumming? Do you have ANY idea how much Broadway tickets cost?
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10-18-2008 @ 12:03PM
willy the impeached said...
The problem with your theory is that in 20 years W will be more revered than Reagan. Especially if Obama steals this election.
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10-18-2008 @ 8:55PM
Karen said...
"Slumming it" on Broadway? I'm sorry, WHAT??
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