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Binding: VHS Tape EAN: 9786305713128 Format: Box set, Color, NTSC ISBN: 630571312X Label: Rhino / Wea Languages: Manufacturer: Rhino / Wea Number Of Items: 3 Publisher: Rhino / Wea Release Date: January 25, 2000 Running Time: 350 minutes Studio: Rhino / Wea Theatrical Release Date: February 22, 1973 Editorial Review: Amazon.com: Bing Crosby's company produced the first Walking Tall feature, which was based loosely on Southern sheriff Buford Pusser, a former wrestler who took on organized crime in his hometown. Joe Don Baker's formidable appearance and downhome persona helped sell the filmmakers' depiction of Pusser as an average American who stood up for justice, and Baker's performance and plenty of action helped make Walking Tall a major moneymaker in 1973. Pusser's big stick was handed to Bo Svenson for Walking Tall, Part II (1975), which followed his search for his wife's killers (she died in the first film). Svenson wasn't the only change--director Phil Karlson's no-nonsense style was replaced by veteran TV helmer Earl Bellamy's colorless approach, and American International Pictures took over distribution from the bankrupt Cinemation. Pusser himself, who had served as technical advisor on the first film, had also died in an explosion. Though audiences turned out in droves, the drop in quality was obvious. The addition of action specialist Jack Starrett (Race with the Devil) as director on Final Chapter: Walking Tall (1977) was initially promising, but the result was a tired retread of Pusser's previous adventures and, amusingly enough, the making of the first film. A short-lived series starring Svenson followed in 1981, but by then, the story had exhausted itself. A new theatrical version is reportedly in production. This three-disc set compiles the Walking Tall trilogy in a no-frills package that's more convenient than collectible. Considering the films' much-vaunted subject and the success of the first film, it's a disappointment to learn that the discs lack any extras or even improved image quality (VHS masters appear to have been used). While it's good to have these lowbrow crowd-pleasers back on the market, the set's threadbare presentation makes it essential for trilogy devotees only. --Paul Gaita Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Fast DeliveryI received the DVD's in a very short time. They were exactly as described. This was a very easy and fast order. Rating: - walking tallWe bought this set for someone else and they just loved it. They have been looking for the older walking tall movies for a long time. Rating: - Seen it, wish they would send it!!!!I ordered this product in April, now they tell me that it will be October when they "MIGHT" be able to to ship it "IF AVAILABLE". If I advertise something that I don't have I go to jail, but it's O.K for Amazon to do this. OH well, I will probably enjoy it even more, when I receive this package at 80 yrs old. Rating: - Joe Don the VERY best part !!I saw this movie with Joe don Baker when it came out very first time.I have lots of clippings from the eal life of Mr. Pusser .The first movies comes the closest to his real like , in my opinion.Joe Don does a GREAT job , but the actor " BO " can't fill his shoes , let alone the real Pusser's shoes. My hubby , son and I visited Mr. Pusser's home town not long after he was killed, we saw ALL the places that these events happened.Plus we called his mom and asked if we might come over and meet her, ... Read More Rating:  - 3 months and still nothing - BOO to Amazon!I ordered this as a Christmas gift in November. Today is February 2, and I've received notice that it will not be available until April! You've got to be kidding me! If you really want this boxed set, do not order it here, you will be sadly disappointed! |
