Review of The Last Detail (1973) by Philip French for The Observer (UK) — 20 Apr 2021
Despite Robert Towne's often sharp script - about two veteran sailors detailed to escort a young and naïve rating to prison, and showing him a sordidly 'good time' en route - and despite strong performances all round, one can't help feeling that the criticism of modern America hits out at all too easy targets in a vague and muffled manner.
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This review of The Last Detail (1973) was written by Philip French and published by The Observer (UK) on 20 April 2021.
The Last Detail has generally received very positive reviews.
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