I sat down to watch this, not knowing what it was about. I was surprised to find it is a filmed stage play. I typically don't enjoy these as there's always a bit of disconnect. My mind keeps wanting to go into movie mode but it's clearly a "live" play on the screen.
Still, it's not at all badly done. Plus it's always fun to watch actors such as Margot Kidder and Claude Akins, particularly in this setting.
The camera work is solid enough so that you get a live audience feel. It even contains shots of the audience itself, including the cast bowing at the end.
While "Bus Stop" is nothing spectacular it is an enjoyable two hours. Recommended if you happen to catch it on.
Still, it's not at all badly done. Plus it's always fun to watch actors such as Margot Kidder and Claude Akins, particularly in this setting.
The camera work is solid enough so that you get a live audience feel. It even contains shots of the audience itself, including the cast bowing at the end.
While "Bus Stop" is nothing spectacular it is an enjoyable two hours. Recommended if you happen to catch it on.