Monday, August 13, 2012

What's Next Michael Phelps?


So the 2012 London Olympics are concluding and the most decorated Olympian of all time is retiring.  What will the mumbling man-fish do with his time now?  If I were to take a guess, I believe that he will try his luck in film. 

I can see it now...Michael Phelps starring in Michael Phelps: The Untold Story of Michael Phelps, as told by Michael Phelps.  Written by Michael Phelps.  Directed by Michael Phelps.  Produced by Michael Phelps.  Ryan Lochte was originally going to play Michael Phelps, but he will probably decline because his biggest regret in his career is that he is not Michael Phelps.  Missy Franklin would have been next in line to play Mr. Wondertrout, but she will opt to further her education and graduate from middle school. 

This film will hold everything you can expect from an Olympic blockbuster.  Triumphs of winning 22 gold medals that are actually made of silver, heartache in the form of Gabby Douglas losing her six foot pet fish to the trials of world renown, and humor at the sight of Michael Phelps actually trying to act like Michael Phelps. 

This film will be acclaimed as one of the best sports movies of all time.  It will be in the ranks of such great movies as Rocky 5, Caddyshack 2, and Ladybugs.