The Star Wagon (Broadway Theatre Archive)

The Star Wagon (Broadway Theatre Archive)


Starring:Orson Bean, Dustin Hoffman, Eileen Brennan, Richard S. Castellano, Shelly Gale, MacIntyre Dixon, Hal Burdick, Marian Seldes, Chet Doherty, Joan Lorring, Jo Hurt, Ed Zimmermann
Director: Karl Genus
Studio: Kultur Video
Product Type: DVD

Editorial Review:
Description
This 1967 program, which preceded The Graduate, clearly demonstrates the early genius of Dustin Hoffman. The past and present co-exist in Maxwell Anderson's 1930's play when a disappointed invnetor unleashes his latest gadget - a "star wagon" - that will return its driver to any desired point in time. The time machine gives him a chance to revamp his life. In an especially vivid characterization, a very young Dustin Hoffman portrays the inventor's muttering stooge. Also stars actor, comedian, and game show regular Orson Bean (Being John Malkovich), Eileen Brennan (Private Benjamin, The Last Picture Show), and Richard Castellano (The Godfather's Clemenza).
The Star Wagon (Broadway Theatre Archive)
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • At long last
 The Star Wagon (Broadway Theatre Archive)
Starring: Orson Bean , Eileen Brennan , Hal Burdick , Richard S. Castellano , and MacIntyre Dixon
Director: Karl Genus
Manufacturer: Kultur Video
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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Bean, OrsonBean, Orson | ( B ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
Brennan, EileenBrennan, Eileen | ( B ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
Dixon, MacintyreDixon, Macintyre | ( D ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
Hoffman, DustinHoffman, Dustin | ( H ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
Lorring, JoanLorring, Joan | ( L ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
Seldes, MarianSeldes, Marian | ( S ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
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ASIN: B00006CXGX
Release Date: 2002-06-25

Description

This 1967 program, which preceded The Graduate, clearly demonstrates the early genius of Dustin Hoffman. The past and present co-exist in Maxwell Anderson's 1930's play when a disappointed invnetor unleashes his latest gadget - a "star wagon" - that will return its driver to any desired point in time. The time machine gives him a chance to revamp his life. In an especially vivid characterization, a very young Dustin Hoffman portrays the inventor's muttering stooge. Also stars actor, comedian, and game show regular Orson Bean (Being John Malkovich), Eileen Brennan (Private Benjamin, The Last Picture Show), and Richard Castellano (The Godfather's Clemenza).

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars At long last.......2002-03-22

Once upon a time they actually showed plays on late night television. I have not seen this play since first shown in 1967 but remember it with a great deal of fondness. This review is based on the original telecast, but I have waited a long time to see this again and have to recommend it. If you enjoy plays, Maxwell Anderson, or want to see Dustin Hoffman in a very early role then this time-travel fantasy is for you. Orson Bean is the lead actor but Hoffman stands out as he ages through the passing years in the play. Broadway Theater Archive deserves applause. for releasing this series of plays.
All Star Westerns: Sagebrush Tail/King of the Cowboys/Bandit King of Texas/Wagon Wheels Westward
Average customer rating: Not rated
    		All Star Westerns: Sagebrush Tail/King of the Cowboys/Bandit King of Texas/Wagon Wheels Westward

    Manufacturer: Disc Plaza
    ProductGroup: DVD
    Binding: DVD

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    ASIN: B0009U8YI6

    Product Description

    Four classic westerns featuring four classic actors.
    The Star Wagon [Region 2]
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • At long last
    		 The Star Wagon [Region 2]
    Starring: Orson Bean , Eileen Brennan , Hal Burdick , Richard S. Castellano , and MacIntyre Dixon
    Director: Karl Genus
    ProductGroup: DVD
    Binding: DVD

    GeneralGeneral | Comedy | Genres | DVD | Video
    Bean, OrsonBean, Orson | ( B ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
    Brennan, EileenBrennan, Eileen | ( B ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
    Dixon, MacintyreDixon, Macintyre | ( D ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
    Hoffman, DustinHoffman, Dustin | ( H ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
    Lorring, JoanLorring, Joan | ( L ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
    Seldes, MarianSeldes, Marian | ( S ) | Actors & Actresses | Stores | DVD | Video
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    ASIN: B0002475IY

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars At long last.......2002-03-22

    Once upon a time they actually showed plays on late night television. I have not seen this play since first shown in 1967 but remember it with a great deal of fondness. This review is based on the original telecast, but I have waited a long time to see this again and have to recommend it. If you enjoy plays, Maxwell Anderson, or want to see Dustin Hoffman in a very early role then this time-travel fantasy is for you. Orson Bean is the lead actor but Hoffman stands out as he ages through the passing years in the play. Broadway Theater Archive deserves applause. for releasing this series of plays.

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