Review of The Chase

The Chase (1966)
1/10
12 Years A Drunken White Man
29 March 2019
OK, we have it all here. Every white person is a drunken, loud, obnoxious, greedy race baiting piece of filth. Every black person is a paragon of virtue and patience despite being put upon constantly. Clearly, if it were made today, it'd win Best Picture.

No doubt this was a pioneering movie back in its day with this, now worn smooth, thematic material, but it's miserable watching today. It's notable for its famous, if not terribly strong, cast. We get to see a very young Robert Redford do not so much but what do you expect from a guy who established his fame via his mandible? Jane Fonda does do a good job and looks great while doing it.

The rest of the crew are best for pointing at as they enter the stage to show you know who they are and what they went on to do. The exception is Brando who plays Brando like he does in every role except The Godfather where he plays Brando with stuffing in his cheeks.

There's no entertainment here, but it may be worth a watch due to its ice breaking theme or if you are a Hollywood buff interested in seeing seminal roles for some now famous actors.
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