Review of Dirty Mary Crazy Larry

A modern audience might only enjoy this piece of 1974 disposable rubbish as something of its time. But as one of the generation it was originally aimed at, I can point to many strengths. Firstly, it is very moral. The only people who die are the villains (in the last seconds of the film). All the cops and bystanders are shown (in good 1970's style) extricating themselves safely from their wrecked vehicles. Secondly, it has Susan George in it; well worth looking at (as is I presume Peter Fonda if you are of the female persuasion). Thirdly, the very lack of any plot development allows you to watch the film with your brain in neutral while just enjoying mindless car chases at a time before they were 'enhanced' with CGI and camera-shake.