S.O.B. is one of the best of the show biz films about show biz. It takes a good look at multiple stereotypes: pretentious stars, egocentric directors, sundry hangers-on, lecherous and world weary veterans, self-important producers, savage cutters, creppy gossip mongers, people users and others. Star turns by Richard Mulligan and William Holden, with outstanding support by the remarkable Robert Preston, Julie Andrews and especially Robert Vaughn (cast brilliantly against type).
The Viking funeral scene was affecting, even if it was a rip-off of several fictionalized accounts of John Barrymore's demise.
Only the boring could find this boring.
The Viking funeral scene was affecting, even if it was a rip-off of several fictionalized accounts of John Barrymore's demise.
Only the boring could find this boring.