1967 was a time when Hollywood played by the book. Certain characters were not allowed in mainstream movies. Here in what can be the first is a gay character (Robert Fields) who hides in the closet but outted by the thugs. A black couple who's husband has a chip on his shoulder. A teacher with a wife who wants more than the measly pay her husband gets. The young couple, elderly couple, a bickering couple with a child and two military guys (buddies). All who hide their own issues from the world have them all revealed in front of strangers.
I found it hard at times to watch as the two thugs played by Tony Musante and Martin Sheen. This movie is actually divided into two parts. First part we meet all the characters and a glimpse at their back story, second part the thugs one by one harass each person/couple as if for kicks. It's the second part that builds to the climax. This one of a kind classic that went hidden for years is a must see. A highly recommended movie.
Review of The Incident
