Still Lost in America
I can think of no one better to comment on media madness than Albert Brooks (“Feeling More Lost Than Ever,” by Patrick Goldstein, June 25).
To me, Brooks is the quintessential observer/documentarian of human frailties, hysterically whiny desperation, and goofball ideas. “Real Life” is a gem of a movie; totally hilarious because of the sharply crafted screenplay and superb cast. I watched it (again) recently with my kids (pre-teens), who had no trouble recognizing the brilliance of the film. He is right on the money regarding the “real” TV experience; it does smack of the phoniness of wrestling.
It is always wonderful to check out the thought patterns of Albert Brooks. I remember him about 25 years ago at the Troubadour with his diagram of a joke, using a pointer to locate the “heart of the joke.” He knows exactly where that is.
CAROL LYNN FARWELL
La Crescenta
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