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ISSUE SUMMARY

Publisher: EC
Title: MAD
Page Count: 52
Genre: Humor, Satire-parody
Era: Bronze
Cover Price: 1.00 USD
Cover Date: December 1983
UPC: 0709893323012
ISBN:
Country: United States
In a parody of the film "Superman III," a computer genius turns Stuporman evil at the whim of a corrupt businessman.; A cynical look at dealing with breaking the ice, birthday presents, playing golf, remaining neutral, serving dinner, excuses, new cars, employees, communication, jogging, volunteering, doctors, dating and coming home late.; Recurring Mad features, such as "The Lighter Side of" and "Don't You Hate it When", with a biblical theme.; In a parody of the TV series "T.J. Hooker," a veteran cop and his oversexed partner patrol the city while a television reporter follows them.; Course booklet outlining various courses of study in parenting.; The potential problems created by cars that can speak are outlined.; Rules designed to curb excessive behavior in the announcing booth.; Satirical parodies of individual scenes in the film "Return of the Jedi".; Parodies of scenes from the film Superman III.; Cosmetic products to make children seem older.; Depicting the children of unusual pairings and the traits those children would display.; News clippings describing unusual accidents and injuries.; The Black Spy tries to steal a booby-trapped valise.; Two careless repairmen recall an electrocardiograph.