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At the ripe old age of twelve, I had come to the definitive conclusion that there was one man, and only one man, to whom I’d give my heart:
May I present my tween self’s fantasy husband, Frederic? Anyone who recognizes him gets instant, honorary BFF status.
It’s Christopher Atkins, laced up in his frilliest finery for a role in my favoritest flick ever, The Pirate Movie. I feel no shame in admitting that I know every line of a movie that was nominated for a stunning nine Razzie awards. No shame whatsover.
But here’s what sucks. The childhood friend who shared my Pirate Movie obsession and I are long lost to one another, leaving me quite at odds to deal with what has become an increasingly insistent voice in my head. A voice I had well-enough corked until Miss Kiwi’s robot post released the demons all over again (thanks a lot!). A voice that whispers to me as I fall asleep, urging me to do the unthinkable–the absolutely mad…
PERFORM THE MOVIE’S “HAPPY ENDING” DANCE WITH MY BRIDAL PARTY AT THE WEDDING.
If you haven’t seen this cult classic, and are curious what cliff I’m considering leaping from, there’s a bootleg YouTube copy of the number in question right here. For all my new BFFs, here’s a refresher of images:
I know. I’ve gone quite dotty. I tried to casually, half-jokingly broach the subject with the Mr., but he saw right through me. He got this really curious half smile and kind of cocked his head at me like, “You’re serious, aren’t you?”
Being an actor and consummate ham, however, I know he’d be game. Mr. Lovebug loves him some spotlight. And my bridesmaids absolutely rock–they would belly dance with cymbals if I asked them to. Plus, our groomsmen are great sports, too. One even takes dance lessons, just for fun!
I can only imagine the response: a roomful of mystified expressions. More cocked heads. But oh my god, I want to do it soooo bad. It would be a dream. I have so much nostalgic joy wrapped up with every lyric of that goofy movie. I mean, it really imprinted me with some strong “LOVE-HAPPY” associations. Check it out:
And what’s so different about this than busting out to Billy Idol with your dad? Or secretly taking tango lessons and choreographing a surprise show? I think the sheer giddy silliness of it would be a million-dollar memory. And it’s our day, right?
What do you think? Just get over it? Or just go for it?
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Hey there BFF! I LOVED this movie. Can’t remember how many times I saw it.
My FI makes fun of me and says that I expect Kevin Bacon to run into our reception and yell “Let’s Dance” a la Footloose Prom.
Go for it girl…and may the force be with you!
I Love, love, love this idea!!!! So much fun for you and and your bewildered guests!!! DO IT!
DO IT DO IT DO IT!
This is my theory of life–any song that has a string section and any movie/event that has a dance finale are automatic winners in my book. If I were at your wedding and you had a giant choreographed dance number, you would absolutely be my hero. (My dad and my sister’s fiance’s dad are threatening to get a dance number together for my sister’s wedding–I am definitely rooting for this idea.)
DO IT! Much more interesting than a fox trot or a waltz or the like. 
Serious? It sounds hilarious. I think if you actually do it, you should definitely be prepared for a roomful of mystified expressions… but if you really ham-up the cheese factor, then guests who aren’t really in-the-know will feel more in on the joke
aw, your very own real-life happy ending…
I say DO IT too! Like Aimee, you would be my hero. Any fun(ny) choreographed dance routine would make me SO happy. If you pull it off, can I be invited to your wedding? Just during the dance? 
I think my boyfriend would do the time-warp, so I say go for it! Who cares if nobody else gets it!
Just one request… have someone video it so you can share it with all of us!
Aww, you guys are the best. I need to have a Weddingbee BFF table for my Pirate Movie homies. If we do it, yes, there will definitely be documentation to share!
Just do it-I think if you don’t you’ll really regret it later. Your guests will get a kick out of it.
OMG that is the funniest thing I have ever seen. WILL he wear a cape..he needs that cape..I say do it is just too silly not to=)
Oh.My.GOD.
My best friend is OBSESSED with the Pirate Movie, and seriously, I’ve seen it. You should DO IT. That would be HYSTERICAL!!!
You’d better watch it, I’m going to be standing outside your venue with a sign reading, “WILL ROBOT FOR FOOD”
if y’all are willing, go for it! ppl who haven’t seen the movie may be befuddled. unless you projected on a screen behind you… hehehe.
Go for it Miss Lovebug!!! When else are you going to be able to wear your beautiful gown AND perform a choreographed dance routine?
I watched this movie about a thousand times and at one time I knew all the dance moves…
I love the idea!
Wow, I’ve never heard of this movie. I was only 3 years old in 1982, when it came out, so I guess I was too young?
OH MY WORD.
That’s hilarious. I’ve been trying to convince my fiance to do something along these lines for our wedding party dance.
Do it Miss Lovebug! Be my hero!!
that is freaking awesome. you MUST have a videographer then and show it to weddingbee or DIE!!!!!!
This rocks. Christopher Atkins in the Pirate Movie. Give Me a Happy Ending…. This was my favorite movie.
OMG!!! LOL….this would be so awesome!!!
This was my absolute favorite movie of all time. I know every word to every song. I am getting married next spring so I bought this movie from Amazon to show my FH, and he laughed and laughed at me. PLEASE do it ! Your dress is perfect for this !!! Do it for all us Mabel’s out there !!!! YAY !
Is it totally bizarre that finding all these Pirate Movie fans is like the highlight of my week? I seriously want to have a slumber party and break out the parasols and onesies…
Miss Lovebug, I remember wanting to see this movie when it came out when I was about 5! It’s the first movie I tried bribing my mom to take me to see! haha I’m thrilled to see I’m not alone-Between the Dirty Dancing Post and this I’m having major flashbacks this week! I had the biggest crush on Christopher Atkins at 5 years of age and desperately wanted to be Mabel and get to dance and sing and of course get to hang out with pirates, which seemed incredibly cool at the time! You should do your dance!
this is amazingly funny - i really hope you do it. is that the guy from the blue lagoon? i’ve never even heard of pirate movie, what the heck?! i love bad 80s movies!!
I didn’t know it was The Pirate Movie, but I should get credit for recognizing Christopher Atkins!
listen to ur nike shoes and JUST DO IT! that is the best thing i’ve ever heard in the past 24 hours!
i’m seriously thinking of doing a first dance a la napoleon dynamite! (or a slightly edited version of the evolution of dance.. um, i don’t think my dress is made for doing the worm…)
http://youtube.com/watch?v=dMH0bHeiRNg
so inspiring, mrs. lovebug! and um.. i second grace.. now you absolutely HAVE TO have a video of that to share with us! 
I guess I’m not the only one who loves the Pirate Movie. I was inspired by it as well to come up with some choreographed bridal party dance at our reception.
http://manicbride.wordpress.com/2007/03/14/recessionals-and-choreographed-dances/
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Mrs. Lovebug, Tucson
Age and Occupation in 06: 31, Writer
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 27, Professional Game Show Contestant
Engagement Date: February 18, 2007
Wedding Date: April 19, 2008
Venue: Historic Inn
About Me: Likes: blogging, wikis, semi-colons, cuddling, fragrant flowers, syntax, and spooning. Dislikes: typos, dangling modifiers, flypaper, citronella candles, and run-ons. If I had my druthers, I'd exchange simple vows in a candlelit library. But I lost my druthers long ago...anyone seen them?
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