This hilarious film about 121 year old Jack Crabb recounting the days of his younger years. Somehow, he manages to juggle in and out of the European culture, the Native American culture, he constantly gets into trouble, survives many near-death situations and still makes it out alive! Jack Crabb apparently was adopted by Native Americans, adopted by Christian fanatics, was the fastest gun in the west; faster than Buffalo Bill Hickok himself, an honest businessman, a not so-honest businessman, a drunken slob, filthy rich ---- the list goes on forever! Of course, he is throwing a tall tale at us, but it never fails to entertain! Loved the depiction of General Custer! One of the best comedies available; very funny.
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Starring:
Dustin Hoffman, Faye Dunaway, Martin Balsam, Richard Mulligan, Chief Dan George, Jeff Corey
Directed by:
Arthur Penn
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1970 historical/comedy
Rated PG.
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Don Ignacio's score: A