Coming off Chef, I thought I would continue down Favreau lane with Swingers. It is remarkable that this was almost 20 years ago when this came out. I had never scene the movie in its entirety. Overall it was very enjoyable. It seemed to have many references to other films, I doubt I caught them all or even close to them all. I only caught and appreciated the obvious ones. The movie seemed almost like an Outsiders movie for the 90s. So many stars, a retro setting, and a gritty feel to the film that was reminiscent of early 80s classic. I might have to revisit some Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's music, or some Squirrel Nut Zippers. The music was great.
Super Bowl Sunday was of course a tough day for eating. I did stay away from snacks for the family that were just going to be eaten by me. We made some puppy chow for the kids, had some goldfish crackers and made a couple brats. We did have some appetizers earlier in the day as we watched Puppy Bowl. As usual, good intentions paved the road to over eating and regret. Throw in the fact that I didn't walk on Sunday morning because I overslept, and I am scared to step on that scale.
Overall though Swingers was very enjoyable. I believe I enjoyed Chef better, but problaby moreso because I am 38 years old and relate much more to 48 year old Favraeu, than to a 20's something single Favreau and friends out and about on the club scene. Seeing the grind of the singles dating scene reminded me how grateful I am to be happily married for 15 years with 3 kids.
So, Swingers gets a 210 out of 304. (because that is how far up my scale currently goes)
Days: 5
Movies: 4
Minutes walked: 410
Miles walked: 22.6
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