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A Joke from Top Secret! (1984) Becomes Reality

Posted on February 20, 2018 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

I am always on the lookout for interesting comparisons between films, and it was surprising to find such a striking parallel between fiction and real life. I never thought a joke could be taken so seriously. Continue reading →

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Movie Matchups: Dave vs. Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Election season is in full swing across America, and political tensions are hotter than ever. You know what a pivotal moment like this calls for? A little drama and comedy to lighten the mood. Let’s look back at a gentler … Continue reading →

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Joke of the Week: Soda Pop

Posted on September 21, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

What did the Midwest state call the law limiting the size of soft drinks? The answer is… The Mini Soda Law.      

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When Giving Is Not a Virtue: Fletch’s Lesson on Socialism

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Is it considered kind to be charitable? Of course it is. But what if you’re giving away someone else’s money? Absolutely not. Even if you have that person’s permission, you’re not the one who should be praised for giving the … Continue reading →

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How to Restore Liberty in the United States

Posted on August 7, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Since the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, I have been wondering where the federal government’s power ends. If the government can force us to buy health insurance or pay a penalty, … Continue reading →

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Joke of the Week: Government Officials

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Why were people so happy when a newspaper headline said most government officials were in favor of refugee immigration? The answer is…

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Movie Matchups: Star Wars Prequels vs. Spartacus

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Spartacus (1960) is proof that the Star Wars prequels could have been contained in one film. And they probably would have been much better if they had. Just imagine, we could have gone back and seen the birth of the … Continue reading →

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Making Star Wars vs. Writing the U.S. Constitution

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Robert Lockard, the Deja Reviewer

Is it blasphemous to compare a document as divinely inspired as the United States Constitution to a film written and directed by a man who went on to create a character named Jar Jar Binks? I’ll let you decide. No … Continue reading →

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