After not eating breakfast this morning or dinner last night, I just devoured a spicy Jalapeno Burger from Carl’s Jr.
Feeling remorse, I decided to find out how many calories I consumed by visiting the Carl’s Jr. Website, and to my surprise I was greeted by the familiar tune of The Chicken Dance with smiling, dancing cheerleaders telling me what was hotter than the Jalapeño Chicken. These girls in their Coca Cola half shirts obviously don’t eat what they’re promoting or they must not have the same metabolism I do.

I decided to look into Carl’s Jr. and the Famous Star logo; you know the happy yellow one with the big smile. I was quickly reminded of the Carl’s Jr. ad debated around water coolers throughout the nation when Paris Hilton soaped up a Bentley, bit into a burger and proclaimed her famous star tagline, “That’s Hot!”

I vaguely remember the Hugh Hefner campaign where Hugh explains he likes variety. This commercial also ends with a signature bite of a hamburger but instead of a line by Hugh, the announcer says, “Because some guys don’t like the same thing night after night.”

I learned there was another controversy with the Flat Buns campaign, when Carl’s Jr. introduced the “Patty Melt Sandwich” in 2007. With a parody version of Sir Mix A Lot’s Baby Got Back I’m sure you can imagine what the ad must have looked like. If not, I bet you can find it on Youtube if you search diligently. In fact, while I conducted my own search I found more than a few more Carl’s Jr. ads featuring mechanical bulls, and even a cameo by a Dr. 90210 Beverly Hills surgeon, Robert Rey.

I’ve been a bit naive and never noticed anything past the Famous Happy Star logo, and the uncomfortably full feeling I get after eating way too many French fries.

Check out this commercial parody from very serious comedic actors Dennis Hemphill and David Money:

What do you think Carl’s will cook up next for their sexiest burgers in Hollywood?

Tommy Chong was recently in the news talking about the controversial seizure of one of his latest projects, DVD’s of the film a/k/a Tommy Chong by Josh Gilbert.

According to Wikipedia, federal agents seized over 10,000 copies of Tommy Chong’s documentary, a/k/a Tommy Chong. In a statement released to the press, Tommy Chong stated “It’s (the seizure of the DVDs) a way to punish the distributor financially. There’s no way to get the DVDs back until the investigation is over.” Chong also stated that he has no ownership in the film.

The film was the official selection of the Toronto International Film Festival. You can watch the trailer and purchase DVD’s, and other merchandise at the film’s official website.  

Take a look at Tommy Chong’s classic character, Chong, via this retro trailer to Up In Smoke. This clip is intended for an older audience due to the R movie rating. Thanks to youtube for the video.
You can purchase Up In Smoke the Special Collecter’s Edition on Amazon.com

Happy Birthday Man!

The 5 On Friday topic of the week is:  5 Movies This Housewife Wants To See

 1. In the number one spot we have War, Inc. starring and written by John Cusack. War, Inc. is in limited release so I’m driving out to the Landmark Theater in LA to see it on Sunday.
This is the kind of movie that won’t go mainstream unless they get enough viewers like you, so check out  John’s official myspace page for more detail.

2. Iron Man, yeah I know it’s been out for awhile but did I mention I’m a housewife! I’ve got a “to do list” people and it’s more than one sticky note! I can’t wait to see this movie but War, Inc. is in limited release so go check it out at The Landmark in LA or the Angelicka in NY if your closer to the East coast!
 
3. Kung Fu Panda, this one isn’t out yet but the animation looks great and who doesn’t love Jack Black? Did you see him on the Nickelodean Kids Choice awards? Celebs are quickly finding out the power of the tween demographic.
 
4. Sex and the City, opening on the 30th. This is a must see for anyone umm, my age. Where else do we get to see over 35 year old woman being sexy, besides a Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson, or Madonna concert?
 
5. The Incredible Hulk at number 5. As a kid I got all choked up watching the ending of The Incredilbe Hulk starring, Bill Bixby, for those of you who don’t remember this actor take a look at these retro clips from The Courtship of Eddie’s Father and The Incredible Hulk 70′s style. Ahh I’m getting teary eyed just hearing the heart wrenching theme song.

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The new movie, opening June 13th, stars Ed Norton which should make the film a bit edgier than the last one. Hopefully they’ll stay true to the Marvel Comics character and storyline. I know how much comic book lovers appreciate that.