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Paradise: The Traveler (1989)
They cut out the 'good' part
Ethan Cord saves the assassins life but the killer has no mercy on him doing his best to kill Ethan.
Not too bad a story line until the end when the killer and Cord are engaged in a gunfight to the death. That's when they cut out the 'good part' when Ethan supposedly shoots the assassin to death but we don't get to see it.
Poorly done in my opinion. I'm not a fan of censorship.
Bat Masterson: Murder Can Be Dangerous (1960)
One of the better episodes
Unlike many of the Bat Masterson episodes, some of which bordered on the ridiculous, this one was grittier and the acting very good. The 'bad guy' (Tip McLure - Doug McLure's brother?) was very hate-able. Allison Hayes was her usual enchanting self tattling on Shad (Tip) and cooing non-stop at Bat.
In some other episodes the crooks were clumsy oafs, or went out of their way to make it easy for Bat to get 'em. In others, the plot was so thin you knew how the episode would proceed, and end five minutes into the show.
This story was more complex than most, and Bat seemed more believable than usual in this role of Saloon owner. I like the beginning when Bat rides into town, parks his horse outside the saloon, carries his luggage (saddlebags) into the building, and as half-owner/proprietor asks men gambling at the tables if everything is OK...in other words, Bat is asking his customers if they are satisfied with the facilities & saloon staff...which a real business owner would be likely to do.
Tip is intimidated by Bat as Masterson can outfight, outshoot, and outwit Tip in the blink of an eye. So Tip recruits 4 thugs to help take on Bat. These thugs are not the usual ineffectual fops. They are mean looking, snarly, gnarly, and eager to engage in mayhem.
Like I said, a more believable Bat, and cast in this episode.
Another commenter (thomas mckeon) felt Kathleen Crowley was not all that attractive...but I think she filled out her gambling hall costume quite nicely. Ms. Crowley was a former Miss America contestant (Miss New Jersey) and quite the babe..and an accomplished actress to boot.
Caddyshack (1980)
A comedy classic
Fantastic cast with Ted Knight just about stealing the show. But you also have to love Bill Murray, Chevy Chase, and especially Rodney Dangerfield who deliver some great lines and performances. Who would have thought these comedians from the 60's (Knight - Mary Tyler Moore Show, Dangerfield - Tonight Show), 70's (Murray, Chase - Saturday Night Live) would bring in the 1980's with such hilarity? Nobody with any sense of humor can watch this movie the first time, or the tenth time without laughing. It's thoroughly enjoyable entertainment that never grows old. One of my favorite scenes from the movie puts Chase in Murrays' greenskeeper shack. Watch Chase cough and pretend to not want to "hit" the joint - but he can't put it down. Dangerfield is the golfer from hell who sits on a duck. There are so many gags in this movie that every time you watch it you will be rewarded by seeing or hearing something new. Don't miss it!
Lonesome Dove (1989)
Some actors excel, others stink
Duvall was brilliant in this film. Tommy Lee Jones and Diane Lane were just along for the cattle drive. Blue Duck was wonderfully hateful but Danny Glover was just there to meet Hollywood quotas. Tommy Lee was in a lot of movies but really, can you think of one where his acting ability shines? And Diane Lane is just eye candy with the big boobs and youthful looks. Then there is Robert Duvall who should have been around to joust with Spencer Tracy, Humphrey Bogart, and Jimmy Cagney. His performance is so believable. Like, where was this guy when the Donners needed guidance through the Rockies? If you could narrow down the reason for Lonesome Doves success I think you would conclude it to be Robert Duvall.
C.C. & Company (1970)
William Smith shines as the "bad guy."
While Joe Namath was likeable in his role, William Smith, who made a living mostly playing "bad guys" in many B pictures, gave the best performance in this movie. Smith looked like a biker, unlike Namath. He was nasty, grizzled, and mean. Just what you would expect from a "Hells Angel." With an R rating it would have been nice to see a little more skin (especially on a young Ann Margret) but the movie is worth seeing anyway.