Dive into the Hilarious World of Airplane!
If you’ve ever laughed at the absurdity of a classic comedy, you’re not alone! "Surely You Can't Be Serious" takes you on a remarkable journey behind the scenes of one of the greatest comedies of all time, Airplane! Released in 1980, this comedic gem managed to turn a modest budget into a box office sensation, grossing nearly $200 million. But what’s the story behind its inception?
This book offers the first-ever oral history from the creators themselves—the ZAZ trio: Zucker, Abrahams, and Zucker. They detail their beginnings in the Kentucky Fried Theater and how their passion for filmmaking grew. You’ll find stories of their early struggles, triumphs, and the comedic instincts that paved the way for Airplane!
Within its pages, you'll discover unexpected tales of the audition process, like how Lorna Patterson performed a stewardess role from the back seat of Jerry's Volvo. The book goes beyond just the creation story, highlighting the hilarious pranks played by Leslie Nielsen that often put the film crew in amusing predicaments!
As we celebrate over four decades since its release, Airplane! hasn’t just endured; it has cemented its place in popular culture with unforgettable one-liners and visual gags. The book gathers testimonies from numerous famous personalities in film and television, demonstrating the film's lasting influence and its ability to resonate with new generations.
If you’re a fan of laughter and stories that warm the heart while tickling the funny bone, this book becomes a delightful dive into the genius of comedy. It proves that in a world where laughter is often scarce, laughter remains invaluable. Grab your copy of "Surely You Can't Be Serious" and prepare to laugh just as hard today as when Airplane! first graced the screens.
