The Last Detail

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Hermione S Mar 6, 2019 Two Navy dudes are ordered to bring a young Army offender to prison across the country. They have five days but it should do with just two to make it just in time. They take him in cuffs and are off. Soon they develop a friendship. The poor teenager has not lived much, he seem like quite a sad soul. The guys tries to give him some joy before his eight year sentence. We get drinking, girls, food, partying and other fun stuff and the man really changes - he has gotten his smile on. Not much humor here, but not that much drama either. It's a gently ride, interesing and always on point and around it's plot. A very solid plot I might add. Nancy Allen's first film and a very early Randy Quaid flick - his only Academy nominee. Pretty much deserved too. Jack Nic surely is one of the greatest. That face and grins, the spontanity. I dug that jodeling scene, among many others. He is in charge for most of the good moments here, and there's quite a few. A masterclass in character building and a very enjoyable ride. 8 out of 10 carrots. See more

Hermione R Dec 6, 2018 The Last Detail is a big pack of gusto, amiable in terms of sanity and insanity, this pack has Nicholson as the leader and there are no regrets. The Last Detail Ashby is easy to work with and amidst all the hokums he aspires to pull off, the reasoning for us to involve in it tend to lose its grip every now and then. From the first frame, the concept kicks off with a ferocious pace that you feel like you are having a time of your life. But this euphoric energy is toned down by the semantics of the structure. After a certain point for a brief period, it leans towards mediocrity especially before the last act hits. The chemistry among the cast is palpable to the tone, a bit pasty but a protective caring nature that soothes the nature, no matter how raunchy and chaotic it grows. The methods that is adapted to reach its final goal is much more mesmerizing than the final kick itself. And these tiny rich notions is what fuels this brotherhood, from demanding the melted cheese to the interference in love interest, the writers have managed to draw out the real essence of a partner, out of this eerie tale. Nicholson on the lead is brilliant in his portrayal of a sassy and bold character that is provocative and three dimensional. But Quaid as the learner and the victim of this show, steals the spotlight not just because of his performance but his incredibly likeable character that is both flawed and sensitive. The storytelling is adaptive and gripping even though not compelling, the route takes a longer detour that shucks away the earned momentum and lower the bar for a brief period as mentioned before. But with a sensational heartwarming last act, the feature lands on accurately where it started off from. The Last Detail is a big pack of gusto, amiable in terms of sanity and insanity, this pack has Nicholson as the leader and there are no regrets. See more

Anakin W Nov 15, 2018 Hal Ashby's buddy comedy is ostensibly about two Navy lifers escorting a kid recruit - sentenced to 8 years (!) to the brig - for stealing 40 bucks. Along the long way on the road (yes, a road movie) are bonding moments, fighting escapades, bouts of stupid drinking, a ersatz religious interlude, and a stop at a whorehouse, all drawn against an America that is not quite as advertised. This is a very satisfying road trip movie, the trio an apt fit together, and the social commentary that laces this work is not intrusive or ungainly, is only a compliment to all involved. As well, Jack Nicholson before he became a celeb, back when he was an actor who cared about acting! See more

George P Oct 6, 2018 You go in for Jack Nicholson, but you end up staying for the three of them (but mostly, again for Nicholson). A funny and sweet movie about camaraderie. See more

Leia W Jul 17, 2018 one of the unique comedian drama performance from jack nicholson

Albus L Jan 23, 2018 Funny film set mostly on a train where Jack Nicholson swears a lot.

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