On this day March 15 1985 the comedy film Lost in America premiered in theaters. Directed by and starring Albert Brooks the film also featured Julie Hagerty and Donald Biggs in a satirical take on the American dream.
The movie followed a married couple who impulsively quit their jobs sell their belongings and set out on a cross-country adventure in a motorhome—only to face hilarious and disastrous consequences along the way. The film became a cult favorite thanks to its sharp humor and Brooks’ signature style of comedy.
80s insight: The famous “nest egg” scene from the movie became one of Albert Brooks’ most memorable comedic moments earning praise from critics and audiences alike.