February 6, 2010

Things To Do at the Superbowl When You’re Dead

Filed under: TV — Tags: Richard Rushfield @ 7:46 pm

Hollywood has no place for Sports.  Or at least the Hollywood I knew didn’t.  Comprised of physically disabled Jews (like myself), and self-absorbed performers, the relevance of staring at a TV screen watching a bunch of guys throw balls at each was never clear.

Growing up here I never knew anyone who watched, mentioned or thought about the Superbowl or any other sporting event.  The Dodgers only attracted a Hollywood crowd because of the quality of the hot dogs served at the stadium.

But somehow, like the rest of America, Hollywood has changed and somehow, all of a sudden, everyone feels the need to watch this debacle.  I mean, its not like the winner gets a recording contract or anything.

With the streets empty, here’s a few recommendations of things to do while the city fools itself into thinking that watching a bunch of lunkheads jump around on some grass is entertainment.

1. Rob your friends homes.  They are out.  Their neighbors are glued to their televisions.  You may not want to burglarize your friends, but if its a route you’ve been mulling over already, this is the day to make your move.

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