While antisemitism is at its highest levels in recent years, TCM is taking a trip down memory lane in its Jewish Experience programming. I’ve reviewed a few of these films already and also have links where applicable. I’m going to try and write some additional reviews but with my January schedule being what it is, I’m not sure how many other reviews will be appearing on the site. There’s nothing like starting out January with…
"TCM Honors The Jewish Experience In January"Tag: The Frisco Kid
Western comedy The Frisco Kid, starring both Gene Wilder and Harrison Ford, arrives on Blu-ray via the Warner Archive Collection. The Blu-ray is sourced from a new 1080p HD Master and presented in 1.85:1 widescreen. In terms of audio, the film features DTS-HD MA MONO 2.0 sound. What follows is my original review after watching the film on HBO Max in March: The Frisco Kid is a solid Western comedy following an immigrant rabbi and…
"The Frisco Kid Arrives On Warner Archive Blu-ray" The Frisco Kid is a solid Western comedy following an immigrant rabbi and the bank robber who befriends him along the journey. The Frisco Kid is an appropriate companion piece to films such as Blazing Saddles and Jews of the Wild West. It’s quite a different film from the Mel Brooks comedy. While this film may be a comedy, it feels more true to the Western experience. I mean, just watch Jews of the Wild…
"The Frisco Kid: A Solid Western Comedy"