Review of Targets (1968) by Mack E — 19 Jan 2008
I don't know why I haven't talked about this one yet; it's one of my favorites out of the lesser-known American gems. Karloff essentially plays himself, and a fairly innocuous story about the end of a horror icon's career is played up against a galvanizing portrait of a real-life serial killer.
What could have come off as heavy-handed feels subtle in its execution, eventually hitting an audience like a sledgehammer all of five minutes before the end of the picture. The performances can't be faulted, and first-time director Bogdanovich does wonders with his budget and time restrictions.
If it wasn't for poor timing, coming right before the assassination of Robert Kennedy, this film would be held in much higher esteem.
This review of Targets (1968) was written by Mack E on 19 Jan 2008.
Targets has generally received very positive reviews.
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