Legally Blond: Just Admit You Liked It

Remember back we were kids and things were still light and magical? Remember when Luke Wilson was cute? Well, I do. A little 'ole movie called Legally Blond came out in April of 2001 that brightened everyone's day. It starred Reese Witherspoon post-Election, pre-Oscars, and before Harvard made you think of Jesse Eisenberg is pajama pants. No, back then the Ivy League kingdom was known for pink sweaters and a misplaced sorority girl, and we loved it.

Since then the hit girl-power(ish) comedy has spawned an unfortunate sequel, an even less fortunate MTV reality show, and now a musical that's soon landing on the stages of LA. But let's just pretend it's April, 2001 and we're still 12-year-old girls who need some cheering up, Elle Woods-style. Put on your lip gloss, throw away your scrunchies, and join the good folks at Cinefamily to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Legally Blond.

The co-writers, Kirsten Smith and Karen McCullah will be present "for a Q&A after the screening, accompanied by more special guests TBA!" TBA, guys. You never know who could show up. Academy Award Winning Actress, anyone? Okay, let's not get our hopes up too high, but you just never know. Tickets are $10, but if you're a member you get in free! So become a member. Partake! More specifically, partake Saturday, July 16 at 7:00 PM. And don't forget your Delta Nu ring.

Cinefamily at the Silent Movie Theatre: 611 N Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, 90036

Your Doug Benson Fill For the Week

You comedy fans out there might already know Doug Benson from his stand up, 'The Benson Interruption' on Comedy Central, or his 2007 film Super High Me. But maybe you didn't know that he performs in LA frequently, and you should really go see him. He is appearing twice this week for different events.

First, he is doing another Doug Loves Movies show at the UCB (5919 Franklin Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028) on Tuesday night, May 24, at 7:30pm for free. You might be familiar with this show; he posts these live performances as a podcast. His guests range from actors to comedians and more, and you won't want to miss some of the people that show up. (Adam Scott from Parks & Recreation and Party Down, Ellen Page from Inception and Juno, and Kevin Smith to name a few.)

It's a half our, it's free, and it's hilarious. Audience members get the change to win prizes as the guests play the Leonard Maltin Game in which you guess a movie from a shrinking cast list. It's typically a weekly show, so if you can't catch it this week, download it on iTunes or check out this page or the UCB calendar for more shows.

Then on Wednesday night, May 25, Benson will be introducing a free sneak preview of The Trip, starring Steve Coogan at 8pm. You have to RSVP through Cinefamily (611 N Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, 90036) for this one, and it's first come, first serve so don't wait too long. Show up early, seating starts 30 minutes in advance with no late entry allowed. In this movie, Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon travel around the country to sample fancy eateries for Coogan's new job for the Observer. Check out the clip below, it looks like a great movie to catch, especially for free!

Volunteer Opportunity: Give the Gift of Chaplin

On May 15, 2011 from 2pm-5pm, Rabbit Hole Screenings is teaming up with Cinefamily and Big Sunday to put on an event that teaches teenagers about silent film. And how better to show them the magic of early cinema than by screening some Charlie Chaplin! This is taking place at the Silent Movie Theatre (611 N Fairfax, Los Angeles 90036). The volunteers will be given props to dress up like Chaplin himself, and what could be more fun than spending a Sunday afternoon with the Little Tramp?

I just signed up, and as of right now they need 29 more volunteers, so come out and help your community, Los Angelenos! Follow the link, and I hope to see you there.

http://my.bigsunday.org/index.cfm?x_x_=1&Fuseaction=ShowProject&ProjectID=916