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With Honors is a deeply moving film that blends drama and heartfelt comedy. It showcases the chemistry between Fraser and Pesci. You can see in this film that Fraser really did have what it takes to win an Oscar nearly thirty years later. Fraser, a Harvard student who loses his thesis in a moment of pure happenstance and stumbles upon Simon, a homeless man convincingly played by Pesci. It's a great story, with a bittersweet narrative that anyone who's ever lived on college campus will love.

Joe Pesci delivers a powerful and layered performance as Simon, a role that deviates significantly from his more iconic mobster portrayals. His character's confrontation with the judge is a particularly memorable scene that reminded me of the sharp wit and legal sparring of My Cousin Vinny. It was surprising to learn that he wasn't nominated, or his name even whispered for an Oscar. The cast also includes a young Patrick Dempsey, who obviously has never aged since this film. With Honors stands as a testament to the power of human decency and a reminder that true "honors" are often found not in academic accolades, but in the connections we forge with one another.

This episode has always been a memorable one, especially after 9/11. It took on an entirely new weight after those tragic events. I remember it being banned for airing for over a year after 9/11 because of how it portrayed New York in a negative light. Looking back now, it's not the negativity I remember, but the humor and the nostalgia. The episode is full of great gags, from young Homer's chaotic trip that feels like a British comedy to the hilarious Betty Ford Center musical. And who could forget Bart's visit to the Mad Magazine offices? When I was a kid, the episode seemed a bit boring, but now, it's both a source of laughter and a bittersweet reminder of a different time.

Rewatching it now, the episode feels more like a time capsule. The way it portrays New Yorkers and, of course, the prominent and central role of the World Trade Center towers, serves as a p reminder of an era that felt more innocent and carefree. The humor and the references are still funny, but they're now laced with a layer of sadness. The episode has gone from simple sitcom story to a somber piece of pop culture history.

I've always loved Fletch Lives, which brings Chevy Chase back to his comedic prime as reporter Jane Doe. This time around, our favorite wise-cracking hero inherits a mansion, but of course, greed and villains are everywhere. The series of events in the film showcases Chase's signature style of humor. Tons of hilarious ad-libs make the dialogue feel more cozy and real. Some of the jokes are a bit racy, even for 1989, but that's part of the fun. There are so many colorful characters, and the small cameo from Phil Hartman. Along with the many disguises and aliases Fletch uses, it's a great touch.

Even though it might not match the first film's genius, I think Fletch Lives is a definite equal to the first film. Cleavon Little co-stars, and he's just as hilarious and wholesome as he was in Blazing Saddles. The chemistry between the actors is great, and the film has a superb cast including Hal Holbrook and R. Lee Ermey. I can always count on this film for a good laugh and some of the best one-liners from Chevy Chase's career.