S.O.B. (1981) [Blu-ray]

Ok so, apparently the main reason for watching this film are Julie Andrews' bare breasts. Is it worth it? I can't say since I'm not all that interested in Julie's anatomy. Other than that, this is a really biting satire about Hollywood and the studio system. The humour is very black, rather crude at times, and stricty for grown ups. Possibly the best line in the entire film is the disclaimer at the end that the story, names, characters and incidents are fictitious and that that no identification with actual persons etc. etc. is intended or should be inferred. A film maker and his wife making a film about a film maker and his wife. Oh, yes. It's all pure fiction. Absolutely. Not a doubt about it.If you're in the mood for very dark humour you should enjoy this film well enough. There are many familiar faces: Julie Andrews, William Holden in his last role before his death, Larry Hagman at height of his fame, Marissa Berenson. And all deliver spirited performances. Good fun to watch. However, those who stumble across this film solely because they are fans of Ms Andrews in such wholesome family films as Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music may be well advised to give this one a miss. This is different. Also, absolutely not suitable for young children. They wouldn't understand it, and neither would they enjoy it.The DVD I bought was released for the Spanish market. Cover notes and DVD menu are in Spanish only. The film will play in English (mostly) without any Spanish subtitles. However, there are a few short passages where the Spanish subtitles are embedded and can't be hidden. I had no problem with it, the scenes were few and far between. It's easy enough to figure out the language settings. The only (optional) subtitles available are Spanish. No extras.

This was a biting satire on Hollywood written and directed by Blake Edwards. The idea was to rewrite a failing film and turn it into porno. This saves the film company from going under. I don't think Blake ever worked in Hollywood again. Although the film was a bit weird I enjoyed it for what it was. It was certainly thought provoking. Sob stands for standard official bull. You know the rest

Probably best known for his comedies (Breakfast At tiffany’s, Pink Panther, Victor Victoria, etc), director Blake Edwards moves into satire with a savage attack on Hollywood, its moguls, filmakers and sundry cohorts.. Obviously not fearing the hand that feeds him (though it probably upset a few folk), his tale centers upon the changing fortunes of a movie producer (Richard Mullican) who, with Tinseltown’s biggest flop on his hand, goes mad, makes a few suicide attempts and is suddenly inspired to reshoot as adult entertainment – and reveal its formerly wholesome star (Julie Andrews) in all her glory!Besides a complete change of role for Ms. Andrews, there’s top performances from its all-star cast – the majority reacting OTT as desperate situations mount one upon another, with only William Holden and Robert Preston unmoved by the chaos around them. A witty screenplay that runs the humour from chuckles to slapstick, with the story told in a series of scenarios, it’s a Hollywood themed movie that stands alone. Released in Warner’s Archive Collection series, the transfer is top notch, has subtitles and, as it’s a DVD-R, playable worldwide.

When looking into the examples of ethical behaviour, highlighted in Blake Edwards' biting satire on Hollywood sensibilities, the only lesson that can be learn't is that dogs are indeed better than people. The canine in this film is the only mammal, in the entire piece, that has any concept of moral prority, and makes clear in his/her laboured efforts to assist its beleaguered ( if not deceased ) owner where real humanity can be found.

Great Blu-ray transfer of one of Blake Edwards’s lesser movies, a Hollywood satire that didn’t quite work for me, despite its superb cast.

Blake edwards made Victor Victoria, Breakfast at tiffanys, and a lot of great comedy and drama. This is a less known but equally hylarious, crazy, liberating and absurd comedy in a californian easy going spirit that makes it more free and provocative and positively disruptive.

Not the best copy I've seen but it got to me in good time and I enjoyed the film.

Some subtitles do appear (despite being turned off) but these are few and don't detract too much from the film. Rare film, extremely pleased to get it. Excellent delivery (delivered before earliest date stated). Highly delighted with this film which I have tried to locate for a long time. A brilliant mix of characters. Hilarious. Can't believe it's not more freely available (look at the cast list!).