The Muppets Take Manhattan
Alright, I know The Muppet Movie is more critically acclaimed, but I’m going with nostalgia on this one, and for some reason I watched The Muppets Take Manhattan way more. For my money it’s just a stone’s throw away from the Henson inspired original, features musical numbers that are just as memorable, and the New York City setting gives it a slick vibe that puts our puppets in one of America’s most popular areas. Plus, the cast of New York natives they bring together is really one of those fun notions you don’t catch until your older, because at the time I probably still believed all the characters in movies were real.
What’s there not to love about The Muppets though? I’ve watched every one of their films, and Henson’s work struck a charming chord every time. While their New York story may have been nothing special, Kermit and company still delight in every scene, work well with the New York City atmosphere, and still make you do nothing but smile. As an added bonus, we even get a marriage between Kermit and Ms. Piggy, offering the happiest of endings for our lovestruck puppets.
With the laundry list of cameos found yet again, it’s nice being able to re-watch the film as I’m older and pick out talents like Elliott Gould, John Landis, Brooke Shields, and Joan Rivers, making the viewing experience just as rewarding today. That, and The Muppets never go out of style.
It’s funny how I turned out to be the New York City dweller I am today – maybe The Muppets had something to do with that?
