![]() Freedom-loving, idealistic Douglas has some strange quirks, not to mention a questionable military service record that includes a Purple Heart, and good civilian deeds besides beating up officers of the law. Fortunately, Douglas' brother is much wiser than he and refuses to break out of jail. Even the most idealistic of souls has to know that you do not commit crimes to be taken into jail to release your brother, but first you ask him if he is willing to go along with that project. Unfortunately, it is built upon a questionable premise. There are many things weighing in favor of this film: David Miller's direction is assured, honest, competent, and perceptive Douglas, Matthau and Rowlands all post wonderful performances photography is superlative action sequences are of the highest order and the script, especially the dialogue, by Donald Trumbo, is very good. ![]()
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