"The Hangover"

Okay, "The Hangover" is being touted as the funniest movie of the summer. I haven't yet seen it, but as much as I usually dislike going to the movies, I'm kinda excited about this one.

Two reasons why: 1. I love comedy-especially off-color comedy! And secondly, I think there'll be some good blog food/discussions that come out of this film.

I know virtually nothing of the premise of the movie, but I did catch one of those trashy tabloid shows a few nights ago. In it, the interviewer asked stars of the film about their worst hangovers.

One guy said he had a rough time with Jaegermeister when he was a kid. The next talked about how he vomited so much that blood vessels broke all over his face.

Both the interviewees talked about their experiences with a Cheshire Cat grin. I suppose most of us with a history of alcohol use/abuse can think back on some of the stupid stuff we did while drinking. I know when I get together with some of my old fraternity brothers from college, we spend a decent amount of time reminiscing about the things we did that were horribly dangerous...and thanking the almighty we're alive to tell the stories.

Yet, I still question what the effect of "The Hangover" will be on young people. Will it glorify alcohol use and abuse? Are the scenarios disgusting, yet in a funny sort of way? Will any teens see this as a lifestyle to live up to?

I'll report back after I get a chance to watch the movie. As always, I encourage you to watch everything the media puts out with an open mind and the ability to discern what positive AND negative aspects can be pulled from your experience.