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The Worst of All Possible Worlds209 - My Cousin VinnyTHIS IS A PREVIEW. FOR THE FULL EPISODE, GO TO Patreon.com/worstofall
The lads hop in their 1964 metallic mint-green Buick Skylarks and get arrested for murder as they cover Jonathan Lynn’s 1992 legal comedy: My Cousin Vinny. Topics include the Era of the Screenplay, the film’s dedication to legal procedure, and the unspeakable cinematic power of having Marisa Tomei talk about tire-tracks.
Media Referenced in this Episode:
My Cousin Vinny. Dir. Jonathan Lynn. 1992.
Abnormal Interviews: “My Cousin Vinny Director Jonathan Lynn” by Nick Farr. March 13th, 2012.
Dale Launer’s Incredible Website
‘WHAT IS A YUTE?’: AN...
2025-10-0325 min
Opening ArgumentsLAM1009: My Cousin VinnyJust because everything else is terrible out there right now, we treated ourselves to our second consecutive Law’d Awesome Movie. By popular patron demand: it’s My Cousin Vinny! We had a great time talking about this one. Actual New York Italian-American Jenessa Seymour joins to provide dead-ass balls accurate cultural context for one of the greatest Brooklyn couples ever put to film, and Matt shares his perspective as both an actual practicing courtroom lawyer and a guy who is weirdly obsessed with end credits songs that tell you about the movie you just watched. Thanks again...
2025-09-1154 min
Whit's the Script?My Cousin VinnyRelease date: 17 July 1992 (UK)Director: Jonathan LynnStarring: Joe Pesci • Marissa Tomei • Ralph Macchio • Fred Gwynne • Mitchel Whitfield • Lane Smith • Bruce McGill • Austin Pendleton Running time: 2 hoursAwards: Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role · See moreScreenplay: Dale LaunerDistributed by: 20th Century StudiosScore: Way Down South •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••ImDb = 7.6/10 • RT = 85%/100%•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Vinny, an inexperienced lawyer, steps in to defend his cousin Billy and his friend Stan in his first ever trial after they are accused of murdering a convenience store owner.♧♧♧♧♧♧♧♧♧♧♧♧♧♧♧♧♧♧♧Send us a textSupport the show
2025-04-251h 24
1000 Jahre Popkultur Podcast1000 Jahre Popkultur - Episode 73 - Im Namen des Gesetzes - Popkultur vor Gericht - Teil 1Im ersten Teil dieser Episode blicken wir zurück in die Geschichte eines der beliebtesten Film- und Seriengenres, schauen einen verstörenden, aber wegweisenden Film, lernen einen vorbildhaften Anwalt im Alabama der 1930er kennen, kommen zurück in die Gegenwart zu einem zwielichtigen Rechtsanwalt, reisen wieder nach Alabama, um dort wegen Mordes vor Gericht zu landen und beenden diesen Teil mit den anklangenden Botschaften von einem der bekanntesten Poeten des 20. Jahrhunderts.ARD Ansage von Horst Allerdist zu "Das Fernsehgericht tagt" (08.10.1975)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-LSC5vR_Ro
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Musical Theatre Radio presents "Be Our Guest"Be Our Guest with Neil Berg & Cary Gitter (The Sabbath Girl)Neil Berg's latest musical The Sabbath Girl: The Musical, written with book writer/co-lyricist Cary Gitter, just finished an incredible, sold-out run at The Penguin Repertory Theatre (directed by Joe Brancato), before transferring to NYC for a six-week summer run Off-Broadway at 59 East 59th Theaters to rave reviews. The Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording of The Sabbath Girl: The Musical is available on Centerstage Records. Producers are now in the process of moving the show for an open-ended commercial run.
Neil is the composer/co-lyricist, along with Pulitzer Prize/TONY-winning playwright Robert Schenkkan, of the award-winning new musical The 12, which just...
2025-01-2038 min
Le pitch était presque parfaitCAPSULE 11 - MON COUSIN VINNY - LES FILMS DE L'AVENTInscrivez-vous à la newsletter pour participer aux concours et recevoir des épisodes spéciauxBonjour,Pour ce 4ème calendrier de l'avent, nous avons décidé de vous toucher 2 mots sur des films qui entrent plus difficilement dans nos autres formats. Chaque jour, Mister E et Xad vont ouvrir pour vous une petite case vers une capsule temporelle, une case d’un calendrier jusqu’à notre arrivée au pied de votre sapin.Quel est donc le programme du jour ? Pour...
2024-12-1113 min
TOMMY 'N' JACOB'S MIX TAPEEp 206 - My Cousin VinnyJoin us today for our review of 1992’s My Cousin Vinny. Two ‘youts’ are arrested for a murder they didn't commit while on a road trip. Their only hope? A fast talking New York lawyer with no real experience in the court. Directed by: Jonathan LynnWritten by: Dale LaunerStarring: Joe Pesci, Marisa Tomei, Ralph Macchio, Mitchell Whitfield, Fred Gwynne, and Lane SmithCome on in and have a listen! What do you think of this movie? What are others like it you enjoyed? We’d love to h...
2024-09-1356 min
Musical Theatre Radio presents "Be Our Guest"Be Our Guest with Grumpy Old Men: The Musical (Book Writer Dan Remmes & Composer Neil Berg)Dan Remmes is an award-winning, published playwright, screenwriter and actor.He has appeared on stages across the country, as well as in film and television. His scripts have received productions and workshops across Europe and North America (including The White House). They have featured OSCAR-WINNING, TONY-WINNING, EMMY-WINNING and OBIE-WINNING actors.Dan is best known as the book writer of GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL which recently received its United States premieres at the historic Ogunquit Playhouse featuring Hal Linden and Sally Struthers and at the The La Mirada Theater for the Performing Arts featuring Cathy Rigby and...
2024-09-0142 min
Simply HumanYou Want to Stop Avoiding Conflict - Now What?"Text us your thoughts and questions!"Imagine having the inner wisdom and skill to turn “conflict” into a productive conversation. In this episode, we share a game changing interpersonal skill called Advocacy with Inquiry.🔥Why Watch This Episode:✅ You are ready to change your relationship with “conflict” conversations. ✅ Understand how to engage differently to shift the outcome.✅ Explore how one’s tone of positive intention is the cornerstone.✅ Provides tips to ensure your inquiry is genuine.✅ Learn the art of sentence stems to rapidly build this skill.Read more: https://t...
2024-05-1844 min
I Love This, You Should Too255 My Cousin Vinny, To Kill A Mockingbird & Go Set A Watchman by Harper Lee, & To Kill A Mockingbird (the movie) PreviewWhy don’t directors know how basketball works? We talk a bit about My Cousin Vinny and Joe Pesci’s albums, then we get into the novels of Harper Lee, but not too much, because next week we will be doing a deep dive into the film To Kill a Mockingbird!
The Catwoman Basketball Scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNlmRId2FVQ&ab_channel=KyleColeman
Alien: Resurrection Basketball Scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0GNKQQPHNU&ab_channel=sweaverfan
I Love This You Should Too is host...
2024-03-1838 min
Let The Boys WatchMy Cousin VinnyLet the Boys Watch! Ben, Robbie, and Ryan watch movies that one or all of us have never seen...(except for this week...)This week it was Ryan's choice, and he chose 1992's My Cousin Vinny. It was directed by Jonathan Lynn, written by Dale Launer and starred Joe Pesci and Marisa Tomei. We talk about our favorite scenes, characters and hand out our individual plum ratings. We end the show, as always by playing America's favorite new game: casting Matt Damon.Beautiful email from friend of the program Kenny at 02:56My Cousin...
2024-02-291h 02
The Kibbe and Friends ShowK&F Show #286: Dallas Kibbe’s New (to us) 1985.5 Porsche 944; Car Movie Review “My Cousin Vinny”As most of you knpw, our Patreon audience has the INSIDE access to the KF Show. The year 2024 will be an important one for Patreon specifically and if you’d consider jumping up to the $5 level it would sure help. The $10 level will remain and we now have a brand new $20 level as well! All members who join at that level will receive a sticker swag pack in the mail, you’ll be IMMEDIATELY entered in the monthly prize grab, and you’ll receive a phone call from one (or all) of us to chat up whatever you want for 30...
2024-02-081h 27
The Kibbe and Friends ShowK&F Show #286: Dallas Kibbe's New (to us) 1985.5 Porsche 944; Car Movie Review "My Cousin Vinny"As most of you knpw, our Patreon audience has the INSIDE access to the KF Show. The year 2024 will be an important one for Patreon specifically and if you'd consider jumping up to the $5 level it would sure help. The $10 level will remain and we now have a brand new $20 level as well! All members who join at that level will receive a sticker swag pack in the mail, you'll be IMMEDIATELY entered in the monthly prize grab, and you'll receive a phone call from one (or all) of us to chat up whatever you want for 30 minutes!
2024-02-081h 27
Mary Versus the MoviesEpisode 120 - Ruthless People (1986)The Spandex King of L.A. is delighted when his wife is kidnapped by two bumbling criminals, less so when he's blackmailed by two even more incompent criminals. It's "The Ransom of Red Chief" in high 1980s Memphis-Milano decor. Starring Danny DeVito, Bette Midler, Judge Reinhold, Helen Slater, Anita Morris, and Bill Pullman. Directed by Jim Abrams, David Zucker, and Jerry Zucker. Written by Dale Launer.
2023-11-0354 min
Law on FilmMy Cousin Vinny (Guest: Judge Jed S. Rakoff) (episode 10)My Cousin Vinny (1992) tells the story of two college students from New York (played by Ralph Maccio and Mitchell Whitfield) who are mistakenly arrested and charged with the murder of a store clerk in Alabama. They turn to one of their cousins, Vincent (“Vinny”) LaGuardia Gambini, played by Joe Pesci, for help. Vinny is a personal injury lawyer from Brooklyn who is newly admitted to the bar and has virtually no experience. But somehow Vinny, with the assistance of his savvy fiancé Mona Lisa Vito, played by Marisa Tomei in an Oscar-winning role, turns in a brilliant courtroom performance and g...
2023-09-1250 min
A Rebel Without Applause: The Bill Kalmenson PodcastHollywood His Way with Ace Screenwriter Dale LaunerThe author of 80's & 90's mega hits, "My Cousin Vinnie," "Ruthless People," "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels," and "Love Potion #9" recounts his adventures in the screen trade.
2023-09-051h 01
So, How'd You Get Here?Season 2, Ep #7: Dale Launer | So, How'd You Get Here?In Episode 7 of Season 2, writer/director/producer DALE LAUNER joins us in studio to talk about his illustrious film career, that include titles such as MY COUSIN VINNY and DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS.ABOUT PAPER CRANE --Paper Crane Productions is a privately financed, LA-based film, television, web series company, made up of three creative partners with unique life experiences and a commitment to quality storytelling. Collaboration is the cornerstone of our development and production process. We strive for excellence in the realms of film, television and commercials.www.papercranefilms.com
2023-04-061h 58
Popcorn TherapyEp. 36 My Cousin Vinny: Happy Anniversary to Us!On this week's episode of Popcorn Therapy, Chelsey and Shade celebrate the pod's one-year anniversary with the iconic 90s film My Cousin Vinny (1992). The themes discussed in this episode focus on Gottman-style examples and tools to communicate effectively in relationships.
Directed by Johnathan Lynn.
Written by Dale Launer.
Starring Joe Pesci, Marisa Tomei, Ralph Macchio, Mitchell Whitfield, and Fred Gwynne.
Hit us up to wish us a Happy Anni! And tell us what movies or psychological themes you want to hear about!
https://www.instagram.com/PopcornTherapyPod/
2023-03-0759 min
Movie WarsA Few Good Men Vs. My Cousin Vinny (Ep. 0038)You'll be hard-pressed to find real-life subject matter more exaggerated and glamorized in film than the courtroom. Hollywood has taken lots of liberty representing the legal system over the years. 1992 was arguably the most significant year for courtroom films. Widely regarded as two of the best courtroom films ever made, we analyze A Few Good Men and My Cousin Vinny. Although they represent two different genres, they have a long list of commonalities. We also get to explore the performances of two prolific actors in Tom Cruise and Joe Pesci. Although they don't necessarily possess the same range as oth...
2023-01-261h 01
Fifteen Minute Film FanaticsMy Cousin Vinny and More: A Talk with Dale LaunerDale Launer has written screenplays for films that everyone has seen: Ruthless People (1985), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988) and, notably, My Cousin Vinny (1992). Join Mike and Dan as they talk to Dale about screenwriting, his inspiration for Vinny Gambini (hint: it's a rock star who died in 2013), and how the torrid tale of the making and unmaking of Blind Date (1987) reflects the perils of screenwriting, producers, and too many chefs. He also shares his list of favorite screenplays. So drop that Craftsman model 1019 Laboratory Edition Signature Series torque wrench--the kind used by Caltech high energy physicists and NASA engineers--and give it a l...
2022-04-1837 min
The Movie BarEpisode 1: My Cousin Vinny Walks Into the BarWelcome to The Movie Bar, Episode 1: My Cousin Vinny Walks Into the Bar!
The Diad and Bedroth discuss the low points and high points of the classic 1992 legal comedy from the dual standpoints of casual moviegoer and legal expert.
The film, directed by Jonathan Lynn, from a screenplay by Dale Launer, stars Joe Pesci as Vincent Laguardia "Vinny" Gambini, who travels from New York to Alabama with his fiance, Mona Lisa Vito (Marisa Tomei). The inexperienced Vinny faces off against a savvy southern prosecutor (Lane Smith) and a stickler of a judge...
2022-01-311h 04
The VHS Strikes BackDirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988)Dirty Rotten Soundrels is Dave's pick for this month and stars Michael Caine, Steve Martin, Glenne Headly and Ian McDiarmid. Directed by Frank Oz and written by Dale Launer, Stanley Shapiro and Paul Henning. This is a well-loved comedy by some, but that doesn't always mean it will get the thumbs up from Chris!
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Plot Summary:
Lawrence and Freddie are con men, big-time and small-time, respectively. They unsuccessfully attempt to work together only to find that this...
2022-01-2645 min
Author Uncut With Patrice Williams MarksS2. E2. Author Uncut Podcast: Writing One of the Funniest Movies of All Time, "MY COUSIN VINNY"S2. E2. Author Uncut Podcast: Writing One of the Funniest Funniest Movies of All Time, "MY COUSIN VINNY" (AuthorUncut.com)
Today's podcast highlights some of the funniest and most well-written moments from the classic comedy, My Cousin Vinny!
When I saw My Cousin Vinny for the first time, I wasn't a screenwriter, I wasn't even an author. I was just a movie goer who wanted a good laugh.
I got that and more after watching My Cousin Vinny. That film, along with Star Wars and Clueless, are films I watch at least once a...
2021-12-2818 min
Podcast de La Gran Evasión328 - Cita a Ciegas - Blake Edwards - La gran EvasiónQuemarse los dedos con el fósforo que uno enciende para contemplar el rostro de tu cita a ciegas puede ser toda una señal. A Walter Davis, un joven ejecutivo adicto al trabajo y algo desastroso, más torpe que agresivo, ya le avisan del peligro de esa chica enigmática con la que va a quedar para llevarla de pareja a una importante cena de empresa. Walter necesita un respiro, el estrés le ha convertido en un esclavo del trabajo, y tal como le dice su secretaria, debe tranquilizarse porque últimamente parece el superviviente de un accidente de avi...
2021-06-141h 16
The Atlas Society Presents - Objectively SpeakingThe Atlas Society Asks Dale LaunerDale Launer is a writer, producer, and director who got his start in Hollywood when his screenplay for "Ruthless People" was optioned. Some of his other credits include "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels," "Blind Date," and "My Cousin Vinny."
2021-03-1057 min
But I Played One on TVEpisode 12 - Dale LaunerIn this very special episode, I speak with Dale Launer, screenwriter of the classic My Cousin Vinny, about the film.
2020-11-1942 min
Adapt or PerishDirty Rotten Scoundrels (Ep. 71)In this completely honest and in no way deceitful or manipulative episode of Adapt or Perish, we discuss the many versions of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels! In this episode we discuss: Bedtime Story (Universal, 1964), directed by Ralph Levy, written by Stanley Shapiro and Paul Henning, and starring David Niven, Marlon Brando, and Shirley Jones. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Orion, 1988), directed by Frank Oz, written by Dale Launer, Shapiro, and Henning, and starring Michael Caine, Steve Martin, and Glenne Headly. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels: The Musical (2004), music and lyrics by David Yazbek, book by Jeffrey Lane, and originally starring John...
2020-07-141h 36
The Movie Ladder PodcastDirty Rotten Scoundrels (Written by Dale Launer)Av, Brendan and Zach discuss the 1988 Frank Oz comedy Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the connection for the next movie in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at (1:09:25). So (re)watch the film which is NOW STREAMING on IMDBtv and listen along.Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find...
2020-04-011h 41
To Live & Dialogue in LADale Launer – Screenwriter (My Cousin Vinny, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Ruthless People)Dale has written some of the most memorable and enjoyable comedies of the last few decades, including two of the WGA’s 101 Funniest Screenplays Of All Time. From My Cousin Vinny to Dirty Rotten Scoundrels to Ruthless People, Dale’s scripts poke fun at the class system, and champion the underdog against whatever ruling system is … Continue reading Dale Launer – Screenwriter (My Cousin Vinny, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Ruthless People) →
2019-03-1400 min
Spoilers!My Cousin Vinny (1992) - Movie Review! #143Brett hosts Josh, Stevie, and Pappy in reviewing and spoiling the 1992 court room movie classic My Cousin Vinny, staring Joe Pesci and the performance that won Marisa Tomei the 1992 Best Supporting Actress Oscar!
New York lawyer Vinny has never won a case. When his teenage cousin Bill and his friend Stan are accused of murder in a backwater Alabama town, it's up to the nervous Vinny to save him from jail, even though he's only ever tried personal injury cases before, and none of them successfully.
Release date: March 13, 1992 (USA)
Director: Jonathan Lynn
Screenplay: Dale Launer
Awards: Academy Award for...
2018-01-081h 08
THE MILKSHAKE BOOMEpisode 029 - Love Potion No. 9This week THE MILKSHAKE BOOM take our troubles to Madame Ruth (you know that gypsy with the gold-capped tooth?) and drink in 'Love Potion No. 9', a romantic comedy from 1992 written and directed by Dale Launer and starring Tate Donovan and Sandra Bullock!
And while we discuss topics like our favorite Sandra Bullock movies, we mainly focus on the incredibly dark under current that is this movie's premise! For the most part, this is just a fun little rom com, but then again...
Wow, who would have thought a catchy little tune for the 1950's wou...
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