Along with the equally trite Some Kind of Nut, Where Its At was one of two films released in 1969 written and directed by Garson Kanin signaling the end of his career with this dull and uneventful film that is rarely funny and never truly involving. Though not a period piece, Where It's At is somewhat reminiscent of, but far less charming than The Flamingo Kid and Dirty Dancing. The leads are not particularly likable. Robert Drivas comes across as creepy and drifts through his role while David Jansen as his father walks through his. Visually it's ugly looking and claustrophobic. The supporting cast is led by the bland Rosemary Forsyth as well as Edy Williams, Don Rickels and Brenda Vacaro who supplies much needed charm. A rudderless comedy/drama without pace or purpose.
Review of Where It's At
