Jimmy Schmurch is the lead character here. He is played by Brad Davis, and is NOT played by Reed Birney, nor is he named Smidgeon. Smidgeon is another character all together, one totally different to Jimmy Schmurch. The review was akin to saying that in 'Casablanca' Rick Blaine's character was renamed 'Sam' and played by Dooley Wilson. How anyone can forget a Brad Davis performance is beyond my comprehension. That Brad Davis is not even mentioned in the review is baffling. Why two people would recommend such an error ridden review, one in which the reviewer obviously has not actually seen the film, amazes me.
The film features a chilling comedic performance from Brad Davis as the psychotic "hero" Jimmy Schmurch. Davis is able to imbue the character with a cold blooded viciousness, while simultaneously portraying him with just enough 'tongue in cheek' mannerisms that we are able to appreciate the more laughable mannerisms Jimmy Schmurch possesses. Carol Kane adds much to the short film, originally videotaped in early 1980 for PBS' 'American Masters', as Jimmy Schmurch's faithful sweetheart.
Ultimately, Jimmy Schmurch's cruel mocking nature proves to be his undoing. This short film is a lost gem well worth finding. Thurber's short story is given a great interpretation, and the cast is pure magic.
Wow! The original review I mentioned has been suddenly corrected and my review and a later one which mentions the writer's inexplicable mistakes both got one "not helpful" vote each! Hmmmm? Wonder who cast those votes!? LOL!
Don't get angry at us because you did not have your facts straight pal!
The film features a chilling comedic performance from Brad Davis as the psychotic "hero" Jimmy Schmurch. Davis is able to imbue the character with a cold blooded viciousness, while simultaneously portraying him with just enough 'tongue in cheek' mannerisms that we are able to appreciate the more laughable mannerisms Jimmy Schmurch possesses. Carol Kane adds much to the short film, originally videotaped in early 1980 for PBS' 'American Masters', as Jimmy Schmurch's faithful sweetheart.
Ultimately, Jimmy Schmurch's cruel mocking nature proves to be his undoing. This short film is a lost gem well worth finding. Thurber's short story is given a great interpretation, and the cast is pure magic.
Wow! The original review I mentioned has been suddenly corrected and my review and a later one which mentions the writer's inexplicable mistakes both got one "not helpful" vote each! Hmmmm? Wonder who cast those votes!? LOL!
Don't get angry at us because you did not have your facts straight pal!