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Road House: The Magnum Opus of American Cinema

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  Road House: The Magnum Opus of American Cinema   Introduction   In the vast realm of American cinema, countless films have left their mark, each celebrated for its unique contributions to the art of storytelling. Among this diverse tapestry of cinematic gems, one title stands out as a shining beacon of excellence: "Road House." This essay aims to argue that "Road House" is the greatest American film ever made, focusing on the exceptional quality of its dialogue and plot. This 1989 action film, directed by Rowdy Herrington and starring Patrick Swayze, encapsulates the essence of American storytelling and cinematic prowess.   I. The Art of Dialogue   A. Memorable One-Liners   One of the most remarkable aspects of "Road House" is its dialogue, replete with memorable one-liners that have become iconic in American pop culture. The film introduces us to Dalton, portrayed by Patrick Swayze, a Zen-like bouncer hired to restore order to the ra

Prospero Burns his books, lights a smoke and wades into the sea

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  Have you ever been trapped on a strange island with weird people who may be monsters? Has a wizened old man conjured a violent storm to punish you? Were there songs involved? If you answered yes to these questions, then you might be a character from Shakespeare.   Or, if the storm is a real Shit Storm, maybe you’re a character from the wonderful land of Troma !   Lloyd Kaufman , co-founder of TROMA, writer, director, producer, creative genius, an uncle to the world of weird, brought the world Shakespeare’s Shitstorm , a wild reimagining of the Bard’s classic play. Kaufman directed, co-wrote (with Gabriel Friedman and Brandon Bassham) and stars as Prospero . This brash, weird retelling of The Tempest sees Prospero luring a ship full of pharmaceutical executives to Tromaville to punish them for their bad behavior.   It is full-on, off the rails, brain on fire levels of bonkers Troma goodness and you need it in your life. You need it, most of all, on   a big, big screen in a the

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