Review of Drive, He Said (1971) by Tom B — 20 Apr 2011

I am probably overrating this at five stars, but for sentimental reasons I'm gushing. At that point any kind of attempt at objective statement will undercut the humor we found in this film, and the care for the meaning of what it was trying to say, and the earnest performances.

We loved this. Jack is just great. And Bruce Dern, of course. The interview afterwards, ten minutes only, was dessert to a great meal. This is not a typical movie of today by any stretch, reminded me of all the films I saw on television back in early 70s.

I used to see things like this and relate like hell to the angry emotions and cries for justice, campy and corny though some of it could be. Some of the things we thrilled to while watching this included a lot of beautiful shots, and some great scenes.

I loved the sex scene in the car, and this flick has my favorite how-to-beat-the-draft scene. Karen Black was not a woman I enjoyed much on film when I was younger, but whenever I see her now I'm head-over-heels in love.

She's great, was always great, and beautiful, and still is today, and will always be, beautiful. Who knew Jack directed something like this? I find myself relating to Jack the director more maybe than I ever did as an actor.

Comes as a bit of a surprise because I never did before, not like this. Great actor and at times a great voice telling his story.