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Run, Bandit, Run: "Smokey and the Bandit" (1977)

  The past few franchises that I've reviewed haven't exactly been what could be called "light entertainment", so I've decided to visit a one that's a lot more lighthearted and not too heavy. " Smokey and the Bandit ". I can hear you saying, "Wait- two movies does not a franchise make!".  I'd absolutely agree.  But since there are in fact SEVEN movies in this series, it can be considered a franchise. Yes... seven.  So, let's hit the pavement and put the pedal to the metal. While assisting to transport beer illegally across the country (as part of a bet no less), Bo comes across Carrie in a wedding dress stranded on the side of the road.  Giving her a ride, he doesn't suspect that she's being pursued by the local Sheriff... a man that'd pursue his target across the country if it meant maintaining his honor and authority ... This is a cheerful and fun "outlaw cowboy" type of movie that is great for just sitting, r...