We love Bimbo’s Burgers.
19 years ago this week, the final film from Roddy Doyle’s Barrytown Trilogy was released for Irish audiences.
Much like The Snapper and The Commitments before it, The Van continues to resonate with Irish film fans because it managed to capture our eccentricities, outlook on life and wonderful use of bad language.
Stephen Frears’ film is also a piece of nostalgic gold because it’s an almost flawless representation of the football fever that swept Ireland during Italia ’90.
I absolutely love it and like most brilliant comedies, it’s incredibly quotable. Here are some of my favourite lines and how they might fit in with your everyday life.
Your mates can always make things better.
Your home is your castle. Take pride in it.
The local kids are all lovely.
This is perfectly acceptable as a meal.
Be honest with your friends.
Appearances can be deceiving.
Here’s how to answer any questions asked.
Always have a business plan.
Dealing with the in-laws is great craic.
They should teach everyone this in school.
Always order off the menu.
Ireland and England, the best of friends.
He can tie me to the bed anytime.
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