When this was made, the script was a comment on Regan's America and how the Military/Industrial Alliance combined with Fundamentalist Right Wing Churches tried to influence US politics.
Sadly it seems that the points made in this picture are just as valid now as they were then.
Hopper is outstanding as the Captain. He is joined by a top class cast who obviously take great delight in their roles.
I particularly loved the soundtrack and will forever look at the music of Jimi Hendrix in a new light.
Afficionados of the work of "Filthy George" of New York Cable TV fame, will enjoy the sequence which pays tribute to his rather unique "news gathering" techniques.
What else can I say, great story, great script, great cast, great soundtrack - a classic, don't miss any opportunity to see this picture which restored my faith in the ability of the US industry to produce an intelligent, witty and thought provoking movie.
Sadly it seems that the points made in this picture are just as valid now as they were then.
Hopper is outstanding as the Captain. He is joined by a top class cast who obviously take great delight in their roles.
I particularly loved the soundtrack and will forever look at the music of Jimi Hendrix in a new light.
Afficionados of the work of "Filthy George" of New York Cable TV fame, will enjoy the sequence which pays tribute to his rather unique "news gathering" techniques.
What else can I say, great story, great script, great cast, great soundtrack - a classic, don't miss any opportunity to see this picture which restored my faith in the ability of the US industry to produce an intelligent, witty and thought provoking movie.