How is it that no one seems to know about this movie? I discovered it when I was exploring the discography of Shel Silverstein, because he and Dr. Hook did the songs for this, and it is featured prominently on this album. Getting it was not easy -- no Netflix, because there is no DVD version. I picked up a VHS from some murky Internet place. Anyway, the film was awesome. Dustin Hoffman was so good. The opening scene alone was worth it. Again and again, just when I thought I was looking at a predictable scene, it would take a turn, and become something surprising and novel. It is a haunting movie, lovingly filmed, with some wonderful performances. And, heck, I think it's the only movie that Shel Silverstein ever appeared in.
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Who is Harry Kellerman and why is he saying those terrible things about me?
How is it that no one seems to know about this movie? I discovered it when I was exploring the discography of Shel Silverstein, because he and Dr. Hook did the songs for this, and it is featured prominently on this album. Getting it was not easy -- no Netflix, because there is no DVD version. I picked up a VHS from some murky Internet place. Anyway, the film was awesome. Dustin Hoffman was so good. The opening scene alone was worth it. Again and again, just when I thought I was looking at a predictable scene, it would take a turn, and become something surprising and novel. It is a haunting movie, lovingly filmed, with some wonderful performances. And, heck, I think it's the only movie that Shel Silverstein ever appeared in.
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Im trying to get it...which is that murky internet place? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI had to go back and check. Turns out I bought it on ebay.
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