Review of Harry and Tonto (1974) by Stephen V — 02 Jul 2012
Likable, sentimental story in which a senior citizen (Art Carney) is forcibly evicted from his condemned New York apartment, along with his cat, and move into his son's home. He then takes a cross-country journey, along with his cat, to Chicago, Boulder (CO.
), Las Vegas, and finally, his new spot, Los Angeles. Through his lengthy trip, in which he uses bus, a used-car, and hitchhiking, he meets a variety of kind individuals, including an old girlfriend (Geraldine Fitzgerald) who was placed senior's home in Ohio years' earlier.
Although I would have preferred the 1974 Oscar for Best Actor to have gone to Al Pacino in "The Godfather Part II" or Jack Nicholson for "Chinatown," Carney's performance is good enough to generate enjoyment for viewers.
The supporting cast is also fine as well, especially Ellen Burstyn as his daughter.
This review of Harry and Tonto (1974) was written by Stephen V on 02 Jul 2012.
Harry and Tonto has generally received positive reviews.
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