I Love You, Beth Cooper

One of the funniest books ever is coming to the screen.

I bought I Love You, Beth Cooper last year partly because the story looked good but mostly because of this advice from Dave Barry, one of the funniest writers who’s ever breathed:

“If this book doesn’t make you laugh, something is wrong with you.”

The movie releases July 10th and will star Hayden Panetierre as Beth Cooper, the object of Dennis Cooverman’s pathetic desire.  I’m not sure how good the movie will be, but the book is hilarious.  I mean tears from your eyes, stringy stuff hanging out your nose, lost track of dinner and burn the food funny.

So now when Larry Doyle says to buy a book, you should listen.

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Then There Were 9

American Idol continues to be one of the few worthwhile things on television, the only reality show which features decent real people (for the most part) rather than dysfunctional trainwrecks picked to grab ratings.

For the second week in a row, a regular person displayed poise and perspective as they got sent home.

 

Michael Sarver followed up Alexis Grace’s calm departure as the latest contestant booted by America. 

I love it when losers display good sportsmanship despite disappointment.  It’s the same with athletes who keep things in perspective.  We may love the competition, but it is just a game or money or fame or anything else that doesn’t matter the second you die.