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Question about a line in the film

posted 16 years ago by egavasleinad
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I'm wondering if there is a reason why Harrelson's character references Vassar College near the end of the film when he is showing his check for $500,000. Was Vassar known for having a high on-campus pregnancy rate or STD outbreak in the mid-1990's? Just curious. I mean, out of all the schools in the country, why Vassar?

Here is the exact dialog to jog your memory:

Roy Munson: Trojan condoms. You know- "Rubber Man." All l have to do is a commercial... show up at a couple trade show and pharmacies... and give a little talk at Vassar College orientation.

You're on a gravy train with biscuit wheels.

[–] jdenny3 16 years ago

Just watched with director's comments and they claim no reason for Vassar. They have no ties, or friends with ties to Vassar, and even said they should have used another school that would have meant something to to a friend or family member.

[–] Binkconn 16 years ago

Probably the only female-only college the Farrellys could think of to build the joke around.

[–] egavasleinad 16 years ago

Thanks to both of you for the info!