Recognize this building?
It’s Slichter Hall on the University of Wisconsin campus. That probably doesn’t mean much to anyone … except that this building was used as the exterior for the dorm of Rodney Dangerfield, a.k.a. Thornton Melon, in the 1980s classic Back to School.
The Wisconsin campus was used as a stand-in for the fictional Grand Lakes University, so I asked everyone around whether it would be okay if I found a terry-cloth robe and walked across the campus like Rodney. No one laughed. I reckon I need a better audience.
Oh, well, I’ll close with his opening thoughts from the movie:
Hi, there. Are you a large person? Pleasantly plump? A little on the hefty side, perhaps? Well, let’s face it: Are you FAT? When you go jogging, do you leave pot-holes? When you make love, do you have to give directions? At the zoo, do the elephants throw YOU peanuts? Do you look at a menu and say ‘OK?’ Well, now, you can eat all you want, because at Thornton Melon’s “Tall & Fat” stores, we’ve got you covered. That’s right. Fine woolen, and woolen-blend suits and sport coats, in all the larger sizes – husky, stout, extra-stout, and the new Hindenburg line. And for you ladies we have caftans, muumuus, and our own exclusive A-frame in all colors and patterns. Yes, we have miles and miles of fabric. So take it from me, Thornton Melon, if you want to look thin, you hang out with fat people!
Tags: Movies, Road trips, Rodney Dangerfield, Self-Indulgence, Thoughts from the road, Tourism
I love this movie because of the only real main-stream exposure for Oingo Boingo, who jam out “Dead Man’s Party” at the huge party. I still to this day get people who think they weren’t really a band, or if they had any hits of consequence.
I am still a huge OB fan, and still listen to their farewell concert every Halloween….
-TSG
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Come on Mase, enough with the poetry and photography. How about writing about how the Broncos played themselves right into the ground two years in a row all because Shanahan benched Plummer!
Or maybe do a 10 page essay on how Plummer beat Brady in the playoffs and how he also beat the almight Cowboys in the playoffs!
Come on Mase, something more interesting than this!
AM – are you on vacation? You have a great appreciation for everywhere! I like it. Enjoy your travels and hopefully some down time over the next month or so…
LPP – Maybe you ought to get off of your perch and travel a little, or bark up your own tree. My guess is you are a lonely old man (or appear older than you are) because of the grimmace that always sags on your face! Looking back all your life only gets you lost! Not to mention that football is a TEAM sport… You are a real sad story. If you want help I’m sure there is a local Denver Charity that is willing to start a group for you.
Actually, I have been around this world a few times. I have the pictures to prove it and if you’d ever like to come over my house for coffee and some photos, you’re more than welcome rev79. Although I’d probably fear for my life and my families life, since most of you on here are psycho! Having one of you over might lead to you blowing a gasket when you saw that I had not one John Elway or Jay Cutler poster or jersey hanging above the beds.
Hey SportsGuru…if you like Oingo Boingo so much, check out http://www.leepresson.com
There you will find “Dead Man’s Party” the greatest Oingo Boingo tribute in the world. You’ll also find Mr. Lee Press On, a good friend of mine that doesn’t care about football, but leads one of the greatest bands on earth, Lee Press On and The Nails!
Randy Gradishar.
Hopefully, this is the year Randy gets in. IMO, it has been a crime that he hasn’t.
The Hall of fame recognizes that Randy is the team leader in tackles, what it SHOULD say, is that during his tenure in the NFL, NOBODY had more tackles.
Without a doubt, he was the greatest goal line defender I have ever seen, and I wasn’t even a Bronco fan at the time.
If he gets in, I’ll be there, and Coloradans will rock the house just like we did for John.
Canton said that they had never seen a turnout like the one for John……….well, get ready for part 2 if he makes it.
Andrew,
Glad to see you’re travelling…I’ve never seen the movie, but then again, I was never a Dangerfield fan. Oh well.
LPP,
Seek therapy. Calling everyone else crazy while you opine over a 1.5 y/o decision (yes, plummer has been gone a long time) isn’t good for your health. Plus, it’s irritating to those of us who actually understand football.
Randy Gradishar hasn’t played during my cognitive years, but the scant video I’ve seen is impressive. I’d take him on our team right now.
Dare2bewhatever
I PROMISE you I can throw a John Elway nerf football farther than you’ve ever dreamed of. PROMISE!
How much you wanna bet he can throw a football over those mountains?
Good for you…as a disabled vet with a missing right wrist, I’d be happy to concede the nerf throwing competition.
I know, let’s take the Wonderlic and compare scores.
if the coach would have put in LPP in the the 4th quarter they would have been state champs. no doubt in his mind – no doubt!!
Hey C2….that was awesome! I’m having a bad morning at work already, it’s 8:53 am and way too many Jack and Cokes last night, but that comment just lifted my spirits for the remainder of the day I’m sure!
Dare2beme…Sorry about that, and thanks for supporting our country, I’d be happy to throw left handed ala Jake Plummer if you’d like to throw with your left!
C2, if you happen to see this, thank you SO much for picking up my reference and running with it! I was afraid no one would get it……
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