December 15, 2002 12:47 PM

Oil rigs

Why do so many movie villains have their lairs on oil rigs? Has an oil rig ever survived a movie appearance? I don't even know why the villains would get involved with an oil rig in the first place. Rigs aren't safe, logistically sound, or — as most villains seem to own only one rig — financially viable. I'd chose a mountain or cave hideout any day.

Thoughts?