If the film wasn't so schizophrenic it could have been classic Western film. At times it's a comedy, at times an extremely violent film, and finally a character study of two totally opposite people forced by circumstances to become heroes. Overlong with inspired cinematography (the last 10 minutes is a lesson in how to film a chase scene. Starts out as a is it real or is it all legend story by a befuddled Tonto. The writers threw in everything but the kitchen sink without creating a single compelling narrative. Several judicious edits could have created a much more coherent story with less comedy and more action and story. (Director's Cut anyone.)
Reviews
4 Reviews
Good Fun Though flawed
25 February 2020
After the serious and harder hitting emotionally charged previous episodes it was nice to have a more 'fun' episode in which the many sub characters get to show their comedy chops. There were many LOL moments. I loved that the music echoed the 'Unsolved Mysteries' theme during the 'flashback' sequences. I never liked Hodges know it all attitude and the cast has great moments in calling him out. It spoofs CSI and all the other mystery TV shows quite well.
Still Laugh-In: The Stars Celebrate
(2019 TV Special)
An insult to Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In
28 May 2019
Why does Netfix think cursing is comedy? This is an insult to all the creative talent that originated the original 60's series. They werre funny political and on topic without a single cuss world. Cursing for laughs is the lowest form of humour.
Moving
11 January 2019
Seriously one of the best episodes so far. Movie quality special effects and a moving personal story dealing with physical and mental disabilities. It's nice to see an episode featuring a minor character. Anyone recognize Dr. Phlox from Star Trek Enterprise? Robert Picardo ( from Star Trek Voyager continues Orville's tradition of using former Star Trek Veterans both in front and behind the cameras.. Kudos to Seth McFarland for willing to get away from space battles to tell a more personal story about dealing with a disability and at the same time showing that you are still valuable for your talents. Some truly scary moments.
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