Review of Goin' South (1978) by Tony P — 27 Jun 2008

Another obscure Nicholson western. While hilarious, it lacks concentrated direction. Nicholson told the studio he wanted to make it, not star in it, but the suits demanded otherwise. The result is half a good performance and a decent movie.

There's some marvelous comedic work, especially from Christopher Lloyd and Jeff Morris. Belushi is of course good, but scarce. I mean they turned the man into a Mexican... all he has to do is stand there and you'll laugh.

Just would've liked to have seen more of him. The script is an excellent piece of situational comedy with a very well written love story. There are moments where Steenburgen is just magnificent and others where it is quite apparent that this is her first film gig.

All in all, Goin' South is a pleasant, light-hearted piece of entertainment.