Directors First
Orson Welles
Often referred to as the greatest film of all time. The story follows the rise and fall of a wealthy newspaper tycoon.
Citizen Kane (1941)
"Yabba dabba doo!"
Fred Flintstone - The Flintstones
Discovered to be real in the 'flat tail' end of the 18th century this cryptid sort of looks like a hairy duck with paddles for feet.
Platypus
2004
Featuring rapper "Lil Jon" this song was made famous by a skit on "The Chappelle Show".
"Yeah!" - Usher
This distilled liquor gets its flavor from juniper berries. The British are a real fan of this one.
Gin
George Lucas
This film depicts a distant future where mankind lives in vast underground cities and free will is outlawed by means of mandatory medication.
Later the film became the namesake of industrial lights and magic's audio proprietary audio technology.
THX 1138 (1971)
"How you doin'?"
Joey Tribbiani - Friends
The first description of this Cryptid was first described as a monstrous beast with the head of a fox, the hands of a man, and the tail of a monkey.
Kangaroo
2003
The artist of this song was taken to court over having plagiarized the song lines "it's your birthday" from another artisits song dating back from 1994
"In da Club" - 50 Cent
Made from distilling alcohol with botanicals like wormwood, anise, and fennel, this spirit is commonly referred the "Green Fairy".
Absinthe
Ridley Scott
This film depicts a series of disputes between two french soldiers in the Napoleonic era. As time goes on and their combat prowess becomes more deadly the initial cause of their rivalry is completely forgotten.
The film was written based on the short story "Point of Honor" by Joseph Conrad.
The Duellists (1977)
"Just one more thing..."
Columbo - Columbo
Unconfirmed until 1910 this cryptid was described by local natives as a giant lizard that could spit fire.
Komodo Dragon
2001
The official music video for the song premiered on Vh1.com on December 7, 2000 making it the first successful attempt at viral marketing for a music video.
"Hanging by a Moment" - Lifehouse
This digestif liqueur is advertised to be made with 56 different herbs and botanicals. I have some in his fridge right now.
Jagermeister
Steven Spielberg
In this crime drama, Married small-time crooks lose their baby to the state of Texas and resolve to do whatever it takes to get him back.
Based on a true story.
The Sugarland Express (1974)
"Dy-no-mite!"
J.J. - Good Times
Known to many as the "forest giraffe" this cryptid doesn't really look like one. It more closely resembles a zebra due to the stripes on its legs.
Okapi
2009
This song's memorable music video won the grammy award for best music video. This one might be a bit too old for the 'Boomers'.
"Boom Boom Pow" - The Black-Eyed Peas
At 75.5% ABV this very strong rum is sometimes referred to as "overproof". Its true name refers to military rationing dating back to the 19th century.
Navy Rum
Francis Ford Coppola
This film depicts a scheming widow that hatches a plan against her own family to get her hands on her husband's inheritance, unaware that she is targeted by an axe-wielding murderer who lurks in the family's estate.
You Must Pass the "D-13" test in order to enter. If You Fail the Test...You Will Be Asked to Leave the Theater!
Dementia 13 (1963)
"Did I do that?"
Urkel - Family Matters
This cryptid native to Papua New Guinea and was only discovered in 1980. The creature was described as a tree-dwelling black and white marsupial and looks like a tiny man.
Bondegezou
2005
Believed to be a washed-up artist since her career peaked in the 1990s this artist's song shocked the naysayers and showed she 'belonged' at the top.
We Belong Together - Mariah Carey
This fruity and light white wine originated in Germany. It's noted for being best served chilled and consumed with spicy foods.
Gewurztraminer