Reviews

Feminine, maternal, loving, gentle, rational, mentally tough, fiercely protective, moral; we see the full character of Miss Kitty in this fine Gunsmoke  episode.

Kathleen Hite wrote a true gem in "Miss Kitty" about a young orphan Thad Ferrin (well played by Roger Mobley) who is whisked from the hands of evil by his bio-mom, then by his adoptive aunt, Miss Kitty. Miss Hite's goal was to show the viewing audience what Miss Kitty was all about by developing her strong character; and she succeeded. All of the above adjectives are portrayed during the episode from Kitty dealing with Thad to her dealing with Matt, Chester, & Doc, and with the outlaws.

John Lasell plays a strong role as Tucker Ferrin in that the viewing audience will absolutely hate him.

Director Harry Harris used some great closeups to depict a climactic showdown of Good vs. Evil.

I thoroughly enjoyed "Miss Kitty" in that the essence of her whole being comes out; and it's not surprising she owns & runs a saloon. I wished it was shot in color, however.

"The Fastest Gun Alive" is a TCM western released in 1956 about the costs involved in possessing the title, "The Fastest Gun Alive." Glenn Ford plays an excellent role of George Temple, a mild mannered store keeper with a relentless compulsion to be seen and heard. Temple's wife Dora, excellently portrayed by Jeanne Crain, has seen this compulsion before and is worried sick over George.

Academy Award winning actor Broderick Crawford plays an outstanding role as Vinnie Harold, the consummate bad guy exuding evil at every turn. Short tempered & mean, audiences will detest him. Yet, he has a soft spot for kids, dogs, and at least some decent human beings.

Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Frank Gilroy co-wrote an excellent screenplay based on his story, " The Last Notch." I thoroughly enjoyed the story line for the many lessons taught: 1) No matter how good you are, there's always someone better, 2) Everybody loves a winner, 3) Evil consumes its own players, 4) Town folks must be ready to collectively defend their town against evil, 5) Pride & status should never be shown off at the expense of other's feelings, 6) How assumptions can be extremely misleading, and finally 7) The reality fear factor of a gun fight.

Character development is excellent between several towns folk and their reaction to George Temple's misunderstood peculiarities. Almost all like and respect George as a mild mannered store keeper; but none are ready for the real George Temple. In addition, the viewing audience is treated to a sequence from talented acrobatic dancer Russ Tamblyn, who gained considerable note in "Seven Brides For Seven Brothers." The story flows and suspense gradually builds to support the ending sequence.

The Fastest Gun Alive received only a 7.1 out of 10 rating which I feel is too low given all of the movie's components, probably because some do not understand the many lessons incorporated into the story. Vinnie Harold's interaction with his own men proves out how evil consumes its own players. The town's reaction to George's actions proves that everybody loves a winner. Their assumptions about him show how wrong they can be.

But you cannot deny this B & W western did achieve Turner Classic Movie status.

"The Partisan" is a dichotomous tale portraying American nerve & bravery and the inner strength of a beautiful woman.

After Caje & Saunders are wounded, Caje is captured by the Germans while The Sarge makes his way to Babette's (excellently played by Claudine Longet) house. She's living with Michel (excellently played by Robert Duvall) who has a past. Claiming to be a French resistance fighter, Michel finally raises eyebrows when Caje comes on the scene.

Ed Waters wrote a fine screenplay which is very realistic and forthright portraying the power of love. Every time Michel fails, the gorgeous Babette nudges him in the right direction. Vic Morrow is vintage Chip Saunders showing the usual nerve, persistence, & bravery we've all come to know. Saunders' dialog with Michel is outstanding at times; 2 great actors having at it!

Michael Caffey directed this excellent episode in which the viewing audience is treated to authentic German 88 millimeter canon fire. Excellent close-up shots throughout bring out the emotional side of the story.

And favorite German Paul Busch is featured as the ranking German officer. Ironically, he's also the German radio man in the beginning of the episode. Although his head is turned from view, the voice is unmistakable.

"A Little Jazz" is a humbling of the arrogance & stupidity that go hand & hand with status & conceit.

White Rook must shelter & protect a group of jazz musicians after their escorts are killed by Germans.

James Menzies wrote an excellent screenplay about a group of jazz musicians led by Bernie Wallace (excellently played by Dan Duryea.) Duryea is outstanding; the viewing audience will hate him. Conflict and dialog between The Sarge & Wallace are priceless. Vic Morrow plays a strong lead having to deal with both a seemingly impossible situation and wise guy Wallace. Overall, there's good character development amongst White Rook & the musicians.

Michael Caffey did a fine directing job; combat scenes are graphic and close-ups at key moments tell the story without words.

I saw "A Little Jazz" when it first aired in 1967 and it kept my attention very well. I remembered being bummed out for 3 days after the airing because the most decent & humble of the group reaps great misfortune. I did however enjoy the reality of the story, exactly what I would expect in the face of pride & arrogance.

"The Bankroll" is a lesson in personal finance as old as human existence.

William G. Kirby makes out in a card game and is on edge about collecting on a large marker.

Shirl Hendryx wrote a fine screenplay in which combat abounds throughout the episode. Character development is excellent between Kirby, Jeetleman (played by Buck Taylor,) and antagonist Joe Farley (played by James Stacy.) Caje lives up to Combat creator Robert Pirosh's ideal on 3 occasions in 3 completely different ways. And Kirby takes over the episode.

Georg Fenady's direction was right on the money; timing is excellent. The Germans as usual put on a show including excellent stunts without which Combat could not exist.

The ending sequence is beautifully done and in true American spirit.

Note Mike Farrell's cameo. Who would have figured 4 years later he'd become a major star on MASH ?

"The Masquers" is a story about chaotic deception & intrigue whereby no one knows the Germans from the Americans.

German infiltrators abound rampantly throughout and almost everyone's playing it safe. William Yates wrote a fine screenplay which serves to keep all players on their toes. Gavin MacLeod plays a strong role as Sergeant Tommy Behan an English soldier bent on survival. Nick Adams plays Private Marty Roberts, a spineless, lazy, troublemaker who's facing desertion charges. Character development & dialog are excellent. Abundant conflict and tension are generated amongst all involved; and Jack Hogan gets a co-starring role as the GI stuck in the middle of it all.

Earl Parker, Vic Morrow's outstanding stunt double along with Paul Busch make cameo appearances in the ending sequence which is very well done. And Private Marty Roberts is in for a very ironic twist of fate.

A cast of excellent veteran character actors makes "The Masquers" very entertaining and keeps the viewing audience guessing as to what happens next.

"Encounter" is a story of reconciliation between father & son amidst front line combat action.

Frank Moss wrote an excellent screenplay portraying estranged father & son in a combat setting. James Daly & James MacArthur play fine roles as Captain Cole and War Correspondent Jack Cole respectively. Character development is excellent between the entire cast including Private Kean (excellently played by Richard Eyer.) Jack Cole is out to write the stories of army personnel engaging Germans on the front line when he runs into his overprotective father, an army engineer scouting a bridge project. Their relationship is very realistic considering they haven't seen each other in a number of years. The viewing audience is treated to great dialog between father & son amidst life threatening circumstances. Private Kean portrays some fine acting at the farmhouse.

Combat action is outstanding in 2 major sequences with Bernard McEveety directing what he directs best - action scenes. And we can never give the German actors and stuntmen enough credit for making it all seem real. Look for favorite German Paul Busch at the farmhouse.

"Encounter" was very entertaining and the ending sequence touches a nerve for any son who never got along with his dad.

"Entombed" is a story of survival after a mine cave in.

When the Germans chase King 2 and French partisan fighters into an abandoned mine, the entrance caves in from firefight & hand grenade explosion trapping the entire entourage of Americans, Germans, & French.

Paul Playdon & Bob Frederick wrote an adequate screenplay in which character development and conflict are clearly evident between all parties. Michael Constantine portrays some fine acting as Jacque, a French partisan fighter who hates Germans. Given his acting background, I'm surprised he was not a billed guest star. Rick Jason is his usual take charge self with support from German Lieutenant Mauer (well played by Skip Homeier.)

Director Bernard McEveety shot a great opening sequence characterized by immediate heavy combat action. The ending sequence was highly unlikely but the logical way to tie in all of the loose ends.

"Entombed" had it's moments the best of which is Jacque finally seeing the light with respect to Marianne, a French girl, and her lover Johann, a German deserter. Overall, it was not one of the best episodes.

"The Gantlet" is the essence of Sergeant Chip Saunders; persistence, determination, & undaunted bravery that never quits.

After being ambushed and taken prisoner by the Germans, the Sarge confronts one obstacle after another including cowardice on our side.

Paul Playdon & Bob Frederick wrote a fine screenplay centered around Saunders and highlighting reasons the viewing audience admire and respect him. Vic Morrow puts on a show amidst all odds with Sergeant Decker (excellently played by Tom Skerrit) as his antagonist. "The Gantlet" features a great canine scene and some excellent stunt work by Earl Parker, Vic Morrow's stunt double. Clever interlude gives us insight on the effects of morphine in humans. See if you can pick out the 2 separate & distinct uncredited cameos by favorite German Paul Busch within the episode.

Michael Caffey's superb direction is highlighted by several great close-ups including the canine & morphine scenes. His collusion with A.D. Flowers for night artillery fire is outstanding - Mr. Flowers must have loved putting this episode together.

The ending sequence with Sergeant Decker confronting the Sarge is priceless! Very, very entertaining episode to say the least.

"Decision" is a story of medical doctor turned demolitions expert.

Private Charles Harris (well played by James Franciscus) is drafted into the U.S. Army and decides to be a demolitions man. Once on the battlefield, Harris experiences a major change of heart.

Esther & Bob Mitchell adapted Peter Barry's story for television. We all like doing what we do best, and Private Harris is no exception. Doctoring is as natural to him as apple pie to Americans. When the reality of demolitions work surfaces, Harris seems to more enjoy the medical side of war. White Rook must blow a communications center and rescue a colonel in the same outing. The Sarge plays his usual strong role as persistent, determined, & consummate leader, staying firm with Harris and watching out for him at all times.

Georg Fenady did a fine job directing; excellent coordination with special effects expert A.D. Flowers gives the episode colorful graphic backdrop. Hats off to Georg for showing the viewing public the speed with which Caje can change out an M-1 clip. As usual German stunt personnel are outstanding; falling out of things and portraying instant death to name a couple.

In the end we see Private Harris learning to deal with fears which kept him out of medical practice.

"Decision" is a nice story, but the human interest side is really not enough to sustain my interest. Something is lacking here.

"Gulliver" is a realistic story about war orphans fending for themselves and what it was like to be in their shoes stuck in the middle of Allied-German bombings.

After Littlejohn is wounded while on leave till 0800 the next morning, a group of war orphans hold him for ransom.

Paul Playdon & Bob Frederick adapted Shimon Wincelberg & Richard Shapiro's fine story for television. Hardness comes out in children torn by war doing what they must to survive. Scenes are graphic & moving as the story unfolds; and the viewing audience sees the kids in action dealing with both Littlejohn and the Germans. Empathize and put yourself in their shoes. Dick Peabody does an excellent job complimenting the fine cast of child actors. Stefan Arngrim as "Henri" plays the alpha kid running the show while exuding streetwise bitterness. Vicki Malkin as Christina compliments Henri as the silent strong one; and she puts on a show in 4 outstanding memorable sequences. Her sequence with Sergeant Kolcheck (excellently played by Paul Busch) portrays some fine acting on both parts.

Vic Morrow did an outstanding job directing; multiple close-ups throughout tell the story in the children's' faces. Words are almost unnecessary. Graphic scenes of the orphans actions with respect to dead Germans will horrify some and move most. The excellent cast and their story more than compensates for a general lack of combat, the show's essence.

The ending sequence is beautifully done as we see Christina come into her own not only seeing the light, but also convincing the younger ones; a very moving episode.

"Nightmare On The Red Ball Run" is a story about obsession. Sergeant Rose aka "Rosie" (excellently played by Claude Akins) needs to get his supply trucks to the front; and they take priority over everything else human needs included. When vehicular accidents began happening, Rosey is ordered to take on two extra relief drivers. And Kirby & Littlejohn come calling.

The beginning sequence is our favorite 30 second archival footage colorized for the first time; awesome!

Dan Weisburd wrote an excellent screenplay which brings about sarcastic conflict between Rosie, Kirby, & Littlejohn. It's fun watching Kirby meet his match in Rosie; any less formidable opponent would have met with fisticuffs from the wiry BAR man. The story flows amidst 3 major obstacles which must be dealt with.

Director Michael Caffey did a fine job picking up excellent close-ups of Rosie & Kirby having it out. Combat scene timing was flawless and the viewing audience is treated to German half track realism. A.D. Flowers put together a spectacular ending to compliment the beginning sequence.

"Nightmare On The Red Ball Run" will definitely entertain you.

"The Outsider" is a story about why drafting everyone who passes a physical is probably not a good idea, even in time of war.

Years of living below the poverty level and working ungodly hours just to survive have made Private Jim Culley (excellently played by Jason Evers) very bitter and antisocial. Jim just does not fit in the Army much the same way middleweight champ Rocky Graziano did not fit in the classic movie "Somebody Up There Likes Me." Just as Graziano spent one half of his life institutionalized up to the time he was drafted, Private Culley was sentenced to hard labor on a farm most of his. We don't know for certain; but given what Culley was up against, he probably didn't have much opportunity with school either. Life can be very frightening and frustrating for people like Culley.

Shirl Hendryx wrote a fine screenplay; excellent conflict is generated between Pvt. Culley and the squad. Dick Peabody did a fine job as Littlejohn; his good nature & optimism are contagious. Jack Hogan is vintage Kirby and I'd have liked to have seen one round between he & Culley. Given Culley's background, I'd bet ten to one on Culley. And William Bryant had a memorable "foot in mouth" moment as McCall.

There's a good amount of combat throughout the episode. I liked the great rooftop stunt work during the firefight. I'm critical of Culley using his rifle after it was hit in the breach area; no way. Also, the M-1 only held 8 shots and McCall shot the German 10 times in succession. There is however a good amount of combat throughout the episode.

I found "The Outsider" entertaining yet sad at the same time. I give it 9 stars of 10.

"Anniversary" is a story of what war does to sensitive folks who were once happy & joyous.

William Yates did an outstanding job adapting Ed Lakso's brilliant story for television. Interweaving human interest sequences into almost constant firefight was very creative & original.

And no one could play the lead better than Telly Savalas as Jon, a sensitive Frenchman torn by war. Telly is brilliant in a dual role as French partisan fighter and husband & father. Background is almost constant firefight but Mr. Savalas puts on a memorable performance from love & romance as husband and father to fierce, effective partisan fighter. He covers the whole gamut of human emotion in a bombed out French village. It's safe to say Jon's story puts actual combat sequences on a back burner, a testament to Telly's great acting ability. He would probably have been nominated for an Emmy for this role had they been given for individual performances back in the 1960's.

It's beautiful watching Jon toy with both the Americans & the Germans who are intruders on his home turf. And the ending scene will get to any viewer with a heart.

"Headcount" is a story of White Rook Transporting 18 German prisoners back to battalion headquarters.

Escape attempts, obstacles, & intimidating dialog on both sides keep the story flowing. But firefight, the essence of Combat, is missing for the most part leaving too many gaps. One small combat sequence will not cut it.

James Menzies wrote an average screenplay; the transport of 18 prisoners does not make for an exiting episode. Beginning heavy artillery scenes are very mediocre with no powder flash in them. Kirby's BAR intrigues the viewer who hasn't heard one fired before.

I liked the Sarge's responses to both the prisoner uprising and the water crossing incident - very practical & amusing. The German picking on the wrong person during the water crossing was very amusing. I'm critical of the American officer death scene. William Schallert was sitting straight up - no way.

There's just not enough action in "Headcount."

"Gadjo" is a story about transition in a partisan Gypsy tribe from total independence to Allied partnership.

When Gypsies ambush a German detachment, opportunistic White Rook captures two Germans. Refusing to turn over a highly wanted German officer to the tribe, Barbu (excellently played by Ricardo Mantalban) turns his partisan fighters against the squad.

Phillip Hoffman wrote a fine screenplay; combat scenes are prolific while telling the violent story.

Michael Caffey did a fine job directing, especially the memorable ending sequence in which the timing is immaculate. The viewing audience can appreciate those playing the Germans, their faces tell the story of brutal firefight.

Ricardo Mantalban plays a strong role as tribe leader Barbu. Conflict between the Sarge and Barbu is excellent and magnifies Saunders' great leadership skills. Notice how the Sarge rarely loses his composure but still remains firm at all times. There's great aside between Saunders & Barbu priming the latter for the ending sequence.

"Gadjo" makes the viewing audience really feel for anyone caught in the middle of a brutal firefight - a very moving episode.

"Cry For Help" is a story about striking contrast between compassionate medical cores men and fighting men.

Sheldon Stark wrote an excellent screenplay portraying medical cores men amidst a background of firefight & violence. Upon his capture by King 2, Peter Halsman, (excellently played by Robert Duval) dedicated medic, teams up with Doc to help a family in need. As Doc & Halsman become friends, mutual respect grows and their similarities come to the forefront in spite of King 2's coldness to Halsman. Halsman bridges the gap with both French & Americans showing the good fortune of communication; he's trilingual.

Director Richard Benedict did a fine job with action scenes rotating German & American firefight scenes in rapid succession and providing excellent close-ups at key moments.

In "Cry For Help" one can develop a real sense of finality in a fatal gunshot wound as many times death is not instantaneous.

The ending sequence is beautifully done and portrays Lieutenant Hanley as a fair minded human being. And Kirby's final action is especially priceless!

"The Furlough" portrays frightening war reality in & around London, England as constant German bombings trigger as many shelter visits.

Paul Playdon & Bob Frederick wrote a fine screenplay showing us the effects German bombings had on women & children during WW II. Imagine a young kid losing their mom & dad and possibly siblings to war & bombings. Words cannot describe it. Excellent character development, acting, and strong script more than make up for a lack of actual combat, the essence of the series.

The Sarge visits an orphanage to deliver a gift and gets so much more when he decides to stick around for a short while. War orphans touch all of our hearts reminding us of what great tragedy war is. Carol Lombard does a fine job as Ann Tinsley, a house mother torn by war and taking care of the children. Paulette (excellently played by child actress Chris Charney) gives us superb acting and a heartfelt moment when she first meets The Sarge.

The ending sequence brings out the senselessness of war and great humility to us all.

"A Child's Game" is a study in dichotomy between psychopathic Hitler youth and teenage human nature. White Rook must take a farmhouse from a squad of teenage German soldiers; and their hearts are not in it realizing the imminent death involved.

Gilbert Raulston adapted Sidney Ellis' fine story for television. Private Carl Mueller (played by Peter Haskell)was born & raised in Germany and knows the ways of Hitler youth. He presents the other side of the coin after White Rook shows their concerns.

Director Bernard McEveety did a fine job with several action scenes throughout the episode in conjunction with A.D. Flowers' special effects. We see the return of our canine friend from previous Combat episode "Hear No Evil."

The Sarge and Doc have some fine words of wisdom for the German troops. And Hans (excellently played by Henry Brandon)displays fine acting talent as he takes it one step further.

Take your pick: Psychopathic Hitler youth, or teenage human nature? The ending sequence brings forth the truth.

A Child's Game kept my interest but was not among the most exciting of episodes.

"The Letter is a story about Sergeant Saunders living heavy action at the front vicariously through a letter he received from his younger brother. Private Jim Hummel (excellently played by Randy Boone) becomes the Sarge's younger brother.

Shirl Hendryx wrote a great screenplay telling a duel story of Saunders' internal fraternal struggle and Private Jim Hummel's drive for acceptance. There's excellent character development amongst the entire squad. The backdrop is terrific combat - 3 great sequences graphically portrayed: Kirby's BAR blazing, machine gun fire on both sides - terrific action.

Georg Fenady's outstanding directing could not have displayed the action any better. In conjunction with A.D. Flowers special effects, the episode is flawless.

The ending sequence makes one understand why a clutz would not survive in combat scenarios; fleetness of foot is everything.

Extremely entertaining, "The Letter" seems longer than 50 some odd minutes and will not disappoint the viewing public.

"Conflict" is a story about what happens when a group of men working together become sleep deprived and rain soaked over time.

Dissension defines White Rook after Littlejohn accuses Caje of being out of position during a firefight.

Esther & Bob Mitchell wrote a fine screenplay with excellent character development amongst the squad. Great conflict is generated between the men which begins to detract from the mission at hand. The story flows amidst great combat sequences.

Georg Fenady's fine directing portrays outstanding close-ups at key moments and brilliant night firefight enhanced by color gun flash.

The ending sequence is beautifully done with White Rook coming to terms with one another.

Note Vic Morrow's talented stunt double & look alike Earl Parker is seen in German uniform lighting a cigarette behind the large fortress wall.

"Chapel At Able 5" is a story about Chaplain Major Ernest Miller (excellently played by Fritz Weaver) and his true heartfelt renunciation of war & killing. After The Sarge is injured by a mine blast, Miller uses Saunders to help transport his severely wounded Captain Krauss (excellently played by Jan Malmsjo.) Only The Sarge doesn't know he's dealing with 2 German officers.

Phillip Hoffman wrote an outstanding screenplay which tells a story of a true "man of God" in Chaplain Ernest Miller amidst a background of suspense, intrigue, great heavy artillery and regular combat fire. Jan Malmsjo does an outstanding job portraying the antagonist who is bent on war & killing. Vic Morrow has a memorable opening sequence giving one a sense of what it's like to be disabled on the battlefield. Fritz Weaver is inspiring as a chaplain who sticks to his beliefs. He has a memorable line about the senselessness of war.

Michael Caffey did a fine job directing; numerous close-ups along with coordination of combat & heavy artillery scenes tell the story in graphic form. Note the excellent stunt work by Earl Parker (Saunders' stunt double) falling into a ditch; it still must've hurt. The pine tree combat scene with Caje & Littlejohn was very creative & original. Kirby's BAR fire comes through loud & clear.

The ending sequence is beautifully done with Chaplain Miller living up to his "man of God" belief. When Miller is chastised by Captain Krauss, Saunders hits the nail on the head. Very heartfelt story.

"The Brothers" is a story about French brothers Leon & Marcel Paulon (excellently played by Fernando Lamas & Sal Mineo respectively) who help Lieutenant Hanley & King 2 recon German positions along the battle line. Leon is enthusiastic and ready to mix it up with the Germans while Marcel has reached complete battle fatigue and can no longer deal with fighting.

Irve Tunick wrote a good screenplay in which there is notable character development between Leon & Marcel; he was fortunate to have Lamas and Mineo cast for the parts. Lamas displays superb acting in a memorable barn sequence after realizing he's made a terrible mistake in forcing Marcel to be part of the recon team. Excellent combat scenes are interwoven into their recon mission and the ending sequence is top notch Combat. Ted Knight appears as SS Lieutenant Herlmoch while Paul Busch appears as the German sergeant at the farm.

Bernard McEveety did a fine job directing "The Brothers" which is not only evident in all of the combat scenes, but in outstanding close-ups as the moment of truth approaches both Marcel & Leon.

Makeup artists did a superb job with both brothers graphically portraying the aftermath of German SS torture.

"The Brothers" is very entertaining and a must for all Fernando Lamas fans. The ending combat sequence is one of the Combat series' best.

"Ollie Joe" is a story about young GI Ollie Joe Brown (excellently played by Robert Walker Jr.) who never knew what home was until being drafted. He never knew his mother & father and is in need of a constant father figure to guide his insecure ways.

Frank Moss wrote an interesting screenplay portraying highly neurotic, obsessive compulsive behavior; and Robert Walker Jr. plays it to the hilt. Most have known an Ollie Joe somewhere in their lifetime whether it be school, work, or perhaps a relative; always trying to fit in as part of the majority as opposed to feeling comfortable with who they are.

Bernard McEveety directed excellent combat scenes which are highlighted by fine acting and stunt performances by those playing the Germans. One can see the great physical conditioning which goes hand in hand with stunt work. Weaponry is graphic & real; and one can appreciate the craftsmanship shown in making such arms. Color programming strikingly accentuates what German & American uniforms, vehicles, and equipment looked like.

I'm critical of the Charlie Pelton bridge sequence in that a simple holler would have corrected the scenario. The sequence deserved more creativity.

"Ollie Joe" was definitely entertaining and makes the viewing audience really feel for those of similar circumstance and how frightening life must be for them.

"The Losers" is a story about 4 soon to be court martialees recruited for special assignment by Sergeant Saunders.

The Sarge has his hands full when most of his squad is wiped out during heavy artillery fire. He discovers 4 jailed soldiers and decides to use them for blowing a bridge. Kline (excellently played by Bill Bixby) is the chief antagonist constantly disobeying everything Saunders requests. Ash & Candell go along with the program but on their own terms. Lennon (excellently played by John Considine) portrays the coward of the group.

Ed Lakso's screenplay creates excellent conflict & character development between Saunders & the group while bringing Littlejohn into the spotlight as mentor to the young Candell. The story flows and has some fine exchanges & dialog between the stubborn Kline and Saunders. Lennon makes as good a coward as Otis Campbell does a drunk.

Director Caffey did a fine job with the combat & artillery sequences and as usual special effects were outstanding. The color programming totally enhances the action scenes.

Very entertaining episode.