This 80’s comedy classic is one remake that actually surpassed the original! The plot is simple, two con men with differing styles of grifting make a bet to see who can out-swindle a wealthy heiress on the glamorous French Riviera. From slapstick antics to razor-sharp wit, Steve Martin and Michael Caine deliver a masterclass in comedy as they pull off one hilarious scheme after another, trying to outsmart and out-con one another.
So slick back your hair, dust up on your accents, and don’t forget to put the corks on your forks as Tim Williams and his guest co-hosts, Bethany Wells, Chris Adams, and Chad Sheppard discuss “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” from 1988 on this episode of the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast.
Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:
• When Michael Caine was quizzed about the most crucial lesson he picked up during his years in the movie business, he reflected on his time filming "Scoundrels." He shared, "If you're working on a comedy and the crew laughs, that's a bad sign. During 'Dirty Rotten Scoundrels' with Steve Martin, not a single chuckle from the crew. Yet, it turned out to be the funniest film I've ever been a part of."
Sources:
Wikipedia, IMDB, Rotten Tomatoes
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/85884/12-facts-about-dirty-rotten-scoundrels
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