tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6937848248469121586.post175726731514741544..comments2023-12-24T19:38:00.242-08:00Comments on Mendelson's Memos: Review: The Muppets (2011) is a touching and hilarious tribute to the iconic characters, plus a commentary on the pros and cons of nostalgia.Scott Mendelsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08131426080984100749noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6937848248469121586.post-69566323796268628432011-11-29T18:33:54.562-08:002011-11-29T18:33:54.562-08:00I loved this review. Couldn't have said it bet...I loved this review. Couldn't have said it better, especially the end bit about Jim Henson. He's the only celebrity who's death ever made me cry, and I remember it like it was yesterday, and your right. We never did get to say goodbye. This movie might have been a bit cathartic for me, and you, sir, are a genius for picking up on just how that might have worked. <br /><br />Thanks. :)Paulnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6937848248469121586.post-39978821371099436352011-11-28T19:53:20.361-08:002011-11-28T19:53:20.361-08:00I agree with everything you said with a couple of ...I agree with everything you said with a couple of points. I thought the cheesy opening number was awesome because it was so over-the-top. We have been mocking it and singing parts of it as a family for days. Also, I thought the draggiest part of the movie was when there were essentially back-to-back musical numbers that were kind of weak: the Amy Adams diner song and the uncomfortable rap. Both under-utilized the talents of the actors in this unique opportunity to shine.<br /><br />Great explanation of the creepy relationship moment and the commentary on repackaging old brands to a new generation. I wouldn't have thought of it like that, but I see exactly what you mean when you say it.<br /><br />Overall it was a great use of family time and well worth the money to see in the theater just for the fun and laughs :)Shawna Vercherhttp://www.facebook.com/shawnaverchernoreply@blogger.com