Just saw this today for the first time in my memory. Although 1963 was 40 years ago (okay, 41) so I might have seen it and forgotten. I found it compelling and a well made drama for the early 1960's.
Bobby Darin's performance was astonishing. He allowed himself to go fully into the character and I was glad to know he had this in him and that it was preserved on film. Robert Duvall is always good; early in his career, mid-way and later. It doesn't matter. He's wonderful to watch. And Eddie Albert inhabits Col. Norval Algate Bliss. Gutwrenchingly.
One respondent thought Angie Dickenson wasn't very good. Given the time the movie was made, she was perfect. Gorgeous, tender hearted, sympathetic and a good back-up for Gregory Peck.
Tony Curtis' character was delightful and reminded me a lot of Jamie Farr's Klinger on M.A.S.H. Ethnic, bright, funny and mischievous to everyone's benefit. A good lift in spirit after some very heavy scenes.
Remember this is not what we're/you're used to in 2004. But for its time, it's a very good movie. Well cast and carried out. Perhaps the best lighthearted moment in the movie is the inclusion of the runaway sheep. Such an unexpected event and delightful.
Worth seeing again.
Bobby Darin's performance was astonishing. He allowed himself to go fully into the character and I was glad to know he had this in him and that it was preserved on film. Robert Duvall is always good; early in his career, mid-way and later. It doesn't matter. He's wonderful to watch. And Eddie Albert inhabits Col. Norval Algate Bliss. Gutwrenchingly.
One respondent thought Angie Dickenson wasn't very good. Given the time the movie was made, she was perfect. Gorgeous, tender hearted, sympathetic and a good back-up for Gregory Peck.
Tony Curtis' character was delightful and reminded me a lot of Jamie Farr's Klinger on M.A.S.H. Ethnic, bright, funny and mischievous to everyone's benefit. A good lift in spirit after some very heavy scenes.
Remember this is not what we're/you're used to in 2004. But for its time, it's a very good movie. Well cast and carried out. Perhaps the best lighthearted moment in the movie is the inclusion of the runaway sheep. Such an unexpected event and delightful.
Worth seeing again.