If you have never seen this movie, I don't want to know you. Any person who has ever had a job needs to see this movie. It was on television this weekend, and of course I watched it yet again.
I think the reason that this movie speaks to so many people, is that every character in it reminds you of someone from your real life. We all have the "weird phone answer lady" and middle management overbearing type who just won't shut up. And, the situations are true to life. Who hasn't wanted to sidestep and walk by the boss when you know a lecture is coming? Who hasn't wanted to set the building on fire when they take away your kick-ass red stapler?
But, the king of them all is the boss himself, Bill Lumbergh. The clueless, Porche driving asshole that makes everyone's life a living hell. The fact that one of my bosses actually drove a blue Porche just made it all the better for me. The funny part about it, is that even bosses love this movie, because they are deluded enough to think that they are not like that. But, the sad truth is that even the best boss has had Lumbergh moments. They can't help it. Once you get into that position, it just happens. So, be forewarned. Anyone who doesn't think this movie is funny is evil. And, I know a few.
So, if you hate your job, even a little, watch this movie. You'll be glad you did.
*For those of you waiters out there, check out Waiting. Kind of the same thing, only in a restaurant.
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Check out "Clock Watchers," too, with Lisa Kudrow, Parket Posey and Toni Collette. The same concept, but with temps.
Yeah, that should be Parker!
I'm in total agreement with Angry, "Office Space" is one of the best out there. A favorite part for me centers on "pieces of flare" and Jennfier Aniston's character not wearing enough. She just wants to get by with the minimum and the man just won't let her. I just want to get by...
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