“The Big Lebowski”: Was there a funnier movie made in the 1990s? I think not.

The Dude abides!

The Coen Brothers have never been funnier than with this 1998 tale of ”The Dude” (Jeff Bridges) and his confused, angry and not-so-bright pal, Walter (John Goodman), as they become embroiled in kidnapping, blackmail, pornography — and bowling. The supporting cast was superior: Steve Buscemi, Sam Elliot, Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman, John Turturro.

And here’s your chance to break out your pajama pants and sandals, or your camo pants and bowling shirts, and have a little Lebowski levity: “Big Lebowski Night on the Plaza.” The event is sponsored by Partnership for Downtown St. Louis.

It will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday (Aug. 6) at the Old Post Office Plaza, 801 Locust Street in downtown St. Louis. Dress up like a character from the film and win prizes. Then watch the flick outside at 8:45 p.m.

The Flamingo Bowl will offer after-movie specials, including $2 White Russians — or “Caucasians” to the die-hard fans. Parking is available in the Ninth Street garage. Bring your own food, beverages (no glass bottles) chairs and blankets.

While we’re at it, here’s some of my favorite quotes (that could be published without censoring!) from “The Big Lebowski”:

Walter: “You want a toe? I can get you a toe, believe me. There are ways, Dude.”

Dude:“That rug really tied the room together.”

Walter:“Also, Dude, Chinaman is not the preferred nomenclature. Asian-American, please.”

Walter: “You mark that frame an 8, and you’re entering a world of pain.”

The Dude: “Hey, careful, man, there’s a beverage here!” 

The Dude:“Let me explain something to you. Um, I am not ‘Mr. Lebowski’. You’re Mr. Lebowski. I’m the Dude. So that’s what you call me. You know, that or, uh, His Dudeness, or uh, Duder, or El Duderino if you’re not into the whole brevity thing.”

The Dude: “Hey, nice marmot!”

Walter: “Is this your homework, Larry? Is this your homework, Larry?”

Donny: “I’m throwing rocks tonight. Mark it, Dude.”

The Stranger: “The Dude abides. I don’t know about you but I take comfort in that. It’s good knowin’ he’s out there. The Dude. Takin’ ‘er easy for all us sinners.”