Title: Dr. Strangelove
A.F.I. Ranking: 39
Director: Stanley Kubrick
Starring: Peter Sellars, George C. Scott, Sterling Hayden, Slim Pickens, Peter Bull
Release Year: 1964
Brief Synopsis: General Jack D. Ripper activates “Code R” which sends plans armed with nuclear bombs to Russian targets without just cause. Meanwhile, the US President, Merkin Muffley, is trying to find a way to stop the attack, or at least minimize the damage.
My Thoughts: While watching this movie two thoughts crossed my mind. One, I wonder how different this AFI list would have been if the committee was made up entirely of women. Two, I bet I would be laughing at this movie a lot more if I were smarter…lol When you read that synopsis you don’t think, “This is Sally’s type of movie.” You also don’t think comedy. I enjoyed this movie, which at times (many times) has you laughing at things that you can’t believe you are laughing at. Peter Sellers, who plays three of the main roles in this film, is supposed to be the big star of the movie, but who made this movie for me was George C. Scott. He gave a great comedic performance. At the time, I am sure this movie raised a lot of controversy, but now, over forty years later, it is just fun to watch.
“You're gonna have to answer to the Coca-Cola company.”
Rating: List Worthy!
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