Celebrating 25 years since Marty McFly and Doc Brown embarked on an adventure through time that's lasted generations.
I could easily geek out in my column this week.
It's no secret for those who have come to know me that I am a HUGE "Back to the Future" fan.
Not in the sense that I want to learn more about how time travel works without the use of a Flux Capacitor.
But simply in the sense that I think "Back to the Future" is the GREATEST MOVIE EVER MADE.
That's it. Not "The Godfather" or "Casablanca." Not "Gone with the Wind" or "Avatar."
"Back to the Future" is where it's at. And I know I'm not alone.
I may know more catch phrases or plot point than most, but "Back to the Future" is such a universal movie that everyone in the family can enjoy it.
And I don't think I've ever met someone who said they didn't like it.
Which is why, still 25 years later, "Back to the Future" is just as popular as ever.
And this is the reason as to why I can actually write this column with a purpose, rather than simply gushing about how awesome it is.
Next week marks the 25th anniversary of when Marty McFly traveled back in time with Doc Brown - October 25, 1985 - and there are a couple of going-ons to celebrate this wondrous date in time.
* On Tuesday, a special 25th Anniversary Trilogy DVD/Blu Ray hits stores, which includes new commentary, deleted scenes, a six-part documentary featuring cast interviews, a special on "Designing the DeLorean," and even never-before-seen footage of Eric Stoltz ("Mask," "Some Kind of Wonderful"), who was originally cast in Michael J. Fox's role as Marty McFly, performing some screen tests.
** On Saturday at 12:30 p.m. and on Monday at 7 p.m., AMC theaters across the United States will be re-releasing "Back to the Future" on the big screen, in a digitally remastered form. If you buy a ticket, you'll get a special commemorative poster, and special giveaways related to the movie will also be given away before the show. Shows closest to us are in Methuen, Boston and Danvers, Mass.
So what is it about "Back to the Future" that 25 years later, audiences and generations to come can still enjoy it?
Perhaps it's because the movie itself spans generations - throughout the trilogy we go from 1885 to 1955 to 1985 to 2015.
Or maybe it's the absurdness of how the future, and the past for that matter, is portrayed. 2015 is five years away, and I don't see us flying cars or hydrating pizzas any time soon. I'm still waiting on that hoverboard, too.
Or it could simply be the great chemistry among the characters in the movies. Besides buddies Doc and Marty, Tom Wilson's Biff and Crispin Glover's George McFly are each iconic characters.
And the acting put into these characters seems effortless - Fox is one of those actors that is so likable on screen that it's hard not to want to watch him, and we get to see through Marty how charming he is.
Christopher Lloyd plays eccentric to the T. Originally, John Lithgow was up for Doc Brown's part, but passed. I'm sure Lithgow would have been great, but perhaps a little too eccentric. Lloyd combines the perfect blend of heartwarming and crazy for the character.
Glover, a personal favorite actor of mine, created George to be his own. He was only 21 when he played the part, and he brought forth a character with such odd mannerisms (his laugh is my favorite) and ticks that you can't help rooting for George.
As for Wilson, he is such an underrated actor. Playing Biff, Griff and Buford "Mad Dog" Tannan throughout the trilogy, Wilson brought forth a personality you love to hate. His characters are such dufuses, and his expressions fit right along with the physical comedy aspect of them.
And we can't forget Lea Thompson, who played Loraine. Her character is just an overall sweetheart. Thompson as Loraine showcases a very innocent power, such as when she tries to seduce Marty at numerous times throughout the movie, not knowing he's her son. It's the perfect amount of awkwardness, and Fox's nervous, squimishness is pure comedy in itself.
Ahh, I could go on and on about what makes "Back to the Future" such an endless classic. But really, it's just an overall, feel-good movie that everyone should experience. It's got sci-fi, comedy, intense action, and drama all rolled into one.
So if you haven't seen it already - or you were too young to see it in theaters the first time around - well, your time has come and the Future is now. Be sure to take the whole family along for the ride - it's one you won't want to miss.
It's no secret for those who have come to know me that I am a HUGE "Back to the Future" fan.
Not in the sense that I want to learn more about how time travel works without the use of a Flux Capacitor.
But simply in the sense that I think "Back to the Future" is the GREATEST MOVIE EVER MADE.
That's it. Not "The Godfather" or "Casablanca." Not "Gone with the Wind" or "Avatar."
"Back to the Future" is where it's at. And I know I'm not alone.
I may know more catch phrases or plot point than most, but "Back to the Future" is such a universal movie that everyone in the family can enjoy it.
And I don't think I've ever met someone who said they didn't like it.
Which is why, still 25 years later, "Back to the Future" is just as popular as ever.
And this is the reason as to why I can actually write this column with a purpose, rather than simply gushing about how awesome it is.
Next week marks the 25th anniversary of when Marty McFly traveled back in time with Doc Brown - October 25, 1985 - and there are a couple of going-ons to celebrate this wondrous date in time.
* On Tuesday, a special 25th Anniversary Trilogy DVD/Blu Ray hits stores, which includes new commentary, deleted scenes, a six-part documentary featuring cast interviews, a special on "Designing the DeLorean," and even never-before-seen footage of Eric Stoltz ("Mask," "Some Kind of Wonderful"), who was originally cast in Michael J. Fox's role as Marty McFly, performing some screen tests.
** On Saturday at 12:30 p.m. and on Monday at 7 p.m., AMC theaters across the United States will be re-releasing "Back to the Future" on the big screen, in a digitally remastered form. If you buy a ticket, you'll get a special commemorative poster, and special giveaways related to the movie will also be given away before the show. Shows closest to us are in Methuen, Boston and Danvers, Mass.
So what is it about "Back to the Future" that 25 years later, audiences and generations to come can still enjoy it?
Perhaps it's because the movie itself spans generations - throughout the trilogy we go from 1885 to 1955 to 1985 to 2015.
Or maybe it's the absurdness of how the future, and the past for that matter, is portrayed. 2015 is five years away, and I don't see us flying cars or hydrating pizzas any time soon. I'm still waiting on that hoverboard, too.
Or it could simply be the great chemistry among the characters in the movies. Besides buddies Doc and Marty, Tom Wilson's Biff and Crispin Glover's George McFly are each iconic characters.
And the acting put into these characters seems effortless - Fox is one of those actors that is so likable on screen that it's hard not to want to watch him, and we get to see through Marty how charming he is.
Christopher Lloyd plays eccentric to the T. Originally, John Lithgow was up for Doc Brown's part, but passed. I'm sure Lithgow would have been great, but perhaps a little too eccentric. Lloyd combines the perfect blend of heartwarming and crazy for the character.
Glover, a personal favorite actor of mine, created George to be his own. He was only 21 when he played the part, and he brought forth a character with such odd mannerisms (his laugh is my favorite) and ticks that you can't help rooting for George.
As for Wilson, he is such an underrated actor. Playing Biff, Griff and Buford "Mad Dog" Tannan throughout the trilogy, Wilson brought forth a personality you love to hate. His characters are such dufuses, and his expressions fit right along with the physical comedy aspect of them.
And we can't forget Lea Thompson, who played Loraine. Her character is just an overall sweetheart. Thompson as Loraine showcases a very innocent power, such as when she tries to seduce Marty at numerous times throughout the movie, not knowing he's her son. It's the perfect amount of awkwardness, and Fox's nervous, squimishness is pure comedy in itself.
Ahh, I could go on and on about what makes "Back to the Future" such an endless classic. But really, it's just an overall, feel-good movie that everyone should experience. It's got sci-fi, comedy, intense action, and drama all rolled into one.
So if you haven't seen it already - or you were too young to see it in theaters the first time around - well, your time has come and the Future is now. Be sure to take the whole family along for the ride - it's one you won't want to miss.
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