St. Patrick’s Day HIH Style
Written by Suzanne on March 15, 2009As with all of my posts, for the best quality be sure to click on all hyperlinks.
When I think of the St. Patrick’s Day influence on pop culture I think of a cereal, a bar of soap, and a film starring Jennifer Aniston.
Who can forget the movie Leprechaun from 1993? What a difference 16 years makes, especially when it comes to Jennifer Aniston’s career.
Click here to watch the movie trailer.
Then there is that bar of soap that leaves you feeling “Clean as a whistle”. Irish Spring has changed a lot since their retro TV commercials. Visit GetIrishNow.com and they’ll teach you how to meet a lass, defend her honor and even show you how to get a raise.
Blue diamonds, green clovers… that yummy high fructose corn syrup mixed with Red Dye #40. According to Wikipedia Lucky Charms Cereal has been referenced in pop culture media many times. From the films Leprechaun Back 2 tha Hood, Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, to TV Shows like Family Guy, and the Simpsons. There’s even a song entitled Lucky Charms by The Moldy Peaches.
There are so many great movies out there with an Irish theme, some subtle and some blatant as the Blarney Stone.
For the John Wayne enthusiast there’s The Quiet Man with one of my favorite actresses Maureen O’Hara.
Who could forget Far & Away starring Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman. Remember when they were the paparazzi’s favorite couple? Wow that does seem far and away now doesn’t it?
If you’re a Boondock Saints fan I’m sure you’ll be popping in your DVD to watch Sean Patrick Flanery and Norman Reedus. Don’t forget to show off your favorite Boondock Saints T from Hot Topic.
Let’s listen to Van Morrison, who is a Northern Irish singer-songwriter, sing the title song from his album in 1972, Saint Dominic’s Preview.
We could have an entire site devoted to the Irish in pop culture. I end this post with a song by The Pogues. Play it this Tuesday Morning. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
March 17th, 2009 at 9:53 am
I only had time to watch Jen’s movie trailer and the Irish Spring pick up lines (laundry calls) but thanks so much HIH for giving me a great laugh today–these are so funny! I love your pop culture!
March 17th, 2009 at 10:13 am
@M thanks for stopping by. Come back later and watch some more. The door is always open.
March 17th, 2009 at 10:22 am
G loves Lucky Charms- been her favorite cereal for several years now, well the marshmallows anyway!
What no mention of the Cranberries? My favorite Irish band…
Happy St Pattys! If A snaps any photos of the mystical, mischievous, miniature men- be sure to post!
March 17th, 2009 at 10:25 am
Excellent post – really miss the club we used to go to for breakfast before work – it was Clancey’s in Long Beach CA! Shout Out to Y’all!
Gotta put the corned beef on – later!
March 17th, 2009 at 10:26 am
@tiff like I said we could devote an entire site to the Irish in pop culture. Thanks for the Cranberries shout out!
If the kiddo gets a photo of a Leprechaun I’ll be selling it to the National Enquirer in exchange for a pot o gold. ;)
March 17th, 2009 at 12:35 pm
Hey Suz,
I loved the “Boondocks Saints” Trailer I hope they make a sequel!!! = ) Awww I think your nothing but Wonderful my Friend.
Always,
“D”
March 20th, 2009 at 8:16 pm
I love Boondock Saints–haven’t pulled it out of the video drawer in a while. Perhaps I will this weekend! Thanks for the reminder. :o)
March 20th, 2009 at 8:32 pm
I love “Boondock Saints” this film is underrated!!! = ) Hehehe. Suz I love you for putting up with my honesty.
Always,
“D”