Funny Thought…
Weekend at Burnies: A pair of losers try to pretend that their murdered employer is really alive, but the murderer is out to “finish him off.”
Weekend at Burnies 2: Larry and Richard use a voodoo revived corpse to track down hidden money to clear their names.
Weekend at Bernies 3: Why not? How about a compelling prequel where Larry and Richard have to pretend their nerdy roommate is still alive after an accidental overdose that only occurred because they pressured him into trying street drugs at a party? Maybe they use the corps to cheat on exams, win girlfriends and beat the crusty old Dean at his own game? And, in the end the corps actually has more friends and popularity than his living-self would ever have imagined. He’s much more relaxed and outgoing now. Of course, it would have to be titled differently. Maybe, Bernies Begins? Or, WAB: The College Years? This picture would be much more gritty and raw, ala the James Bond and Batman revivals. Much more off-gassing, rigor mortis, and visible post-mortem hematomas. Maybe the scene where the corps’ parents come to visit is Oscar worthy? Wow, that guy really stayed still on that 20-minute one-shot. Possibilities abound when you think of the situations this fresh-faced cadaver could get into – the spin the bottle scene at the girls dorm? Priceless. Hiding in the closet while the popular kids have sex? Hilarity. This thing writes itself. A sure bet.
Funny Thought…
