Dead Weight (1971) Columbo- Deep Dive Review | Eddie Albert, Peter Falk, Suzanne Pleshette, Reid
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- Dead Weight- October 27, 1971 (76 min) Episode 3
CAST/CREW:
Lieutenant Columbo: Peter Falk
Maj. Gen. Martin J. Hollister: Eddie Albert
Col. Roger Dutton: John Kerr
Helen Stewart: Suzanne Pleshette
Mrs. Walters: Kate Reid
Written by: John Dugan
Directed by: Jack Smight
Produced by: Everett Chambers
Score by: Gil Mellé
Created by: Richard Levinson & William Link
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Hello I am a big fan of Columbo and you. Have you reviewed
Troubled Waters?
I really hope this channel grows more. You deserve it. I'm sure it's not easy doing the editing and voice over and everything else.
Thank you, that means a lot to me. It does take a very long time to make one of these.
@@WatchitforDays You clearly have a talent for it. You know your stuff and your jokes never fail to get a laugh from me. I still have plenty more to watch and I definitely look forward to it
Agreed. This is gold.
Love this channel. Thank you. Any chance your into Northern Exposure?
This is why I watch youtube! I'm 50 and I'm thinking you're way younger than that. I never thought I'd get such an exhaustively minuscule study of one of my favourite tv shows that seems too old even for me. I laughed out loud many times! I couldn't have imagined this video as a thing back in the day.
I am so glad you're here and that you enjoy the Columbo videos!!
Yea same and I thought she was in her early 30s lol
These videos are always a blast to watch. I think I have an answer for why Hollister brought up why Colombo would feel at home one the water. Christopher Columbus’ real name in Italy was Cristoforo Colombo, we just Americanized his name later on.
Also, famous explorer John Cabot - who sailed for England - was Italian, too. Real last name: “Caboto.”
Also, Giovanni Verrazanno famous Italian explorer.
How interesting, Peter! I should have done a little extra research on my Columbus mention. All I ever learned in school was "In 1492 Columbus sailed the ocean blue..."
Thank you so much for sharing that information, I love it 😊
My paternal grandfather (who was Italian) used to say that America is an Italian country, because "It was discovered by one Italian and named after another".
Yep, because obviously an Italian/European couldnt have been the one to discover America ; it had to be an American.
As an episode of Columbo, I actually find Dead Weight a little lacking. It’s missing those little interactions between Columbo and the killer that causes the killer to further incriminate himself. Pretty much all of the events shown would’ve unfolded without Columbo’s input. It was only the realization that the general used his famous gun that was Columbo’s key discovery. The scene at the museum was anti-climactic, as they didn’t need for the general to do or say anything to give himself away. If they had the ballistics report on the gun, the only thing left to do was to arrest the general… which would have occurred regardless of how the scene played out. I guess the scene was there to wrap up Helen’s involvement in the story. But overall, I think the episode lacked the cleverness we see in so many other Columbo stories. Maybe just two cigars from me, despite the really big lighter!
Having said that, I still enjoyed your analysis of the episode! Keep them coming. 🙂
I appreciate all your thoughts you shared about this episode. I always enjoy reading comments like yours, very interesting!
It lacked because scenes were shot without Peter falk
I loved it for the verbal jousting between Columbo and Hollister that really began the moment Columbo caught him returning from sea so early in the morning. Columbo started to suspect him when he found out Hollister made such an effort to track down Helen! His usual "bumbling cop" act didn't fool Hollister one bit so Columbo had to drop it!
I agree, I never liked this episode. Of course the villain isn't supposed to be likable, but something about Hollister really annoys me.
Small addition. The reason the general said someone with the name of Columbo should be more at home on a boat is because Christopher Columbus’s birth name was Cristoforo Colombo. It’s also why Columbo said “it must of been another branch of the family, sir.” So, you were close.
Love your videos!
I appreciate that great information, thank you very much!!
@@WatchitforDays I always thought Columbus's birth name was Cristobal Colon. Shows how wrong you can be.
Must have* been.
I would have to bet his actual birth name as recorded in church records would have been Christophorus Columbus, as it would have been recorded in Latin. His name in 16th-century Genoese was Cristoffa Corombo,[ in Italian, Cristoforo Colombo, and in Spanish Cristóbal Colón.
Thanks Todd!
According to Suzanne Pleshette, in an interview she recorded for the Television Academy, Eddie Albert made a very frank, unflattering assessment of Peter Falk’s professionalism at the end of shooting. “I always wanted to work with you-but y’know, you’re a real asshole!” Pleshette, a friend of Falk’s, didn’t speak to him for a period-although they eventually reconciled.
I've also seen that interview. It was an interesting situation...
Eddie just didn't know about how Falk was using his leverage to get Universal to keep their promise to let Falk direct an episode.
A LONG TIME AGO, I watched an interview with Miss Pleshette in which she said she was NEVER with Falk during the filming. It was all done with his double and some rear projection. As I watch the episode, it certainly appears they were on-stage together at least a couple times, but she did say it didn't happen.
Italy is surrounded by water. For that reason, all Italians are loosely considered to be seafarers.
This is NOT my favorite episode; not even close.
Ive seen that interview with Plushsette too.
Eddie Albert had a real life rough and tumble life. Working as an acrobat, traveling Central America working with the American Goverment to spy on Nazis before WW2 and of course his heroism in the Pacific under fire rescuing US Marines.
I completely believe that Eddie Albert would tell Falk he was an asshole to his face.
@@Paladin1649 Italy surrounded by water....?
I was very mad that Helen Stewart lost her confidence and was so willing to ignore her own senses. She was able to stand up for herself while Columbo rudely inquires whether she wears glasses or drank that night. But a little of attention from that general and nothing matters anymore, not even her own safety. 😡
I completely agree with you
But it's that character flaw which added to Columbo's challenge. While it's true that If she had not flipped the investigation would have continued and Columbo would still have gotten his man. All her change of heart did initially was to isolate Columbo in his pursuit of justice, but Helen really had nothing else to add to the case once her initial report was made, so it didn't matter to the case either way she went, but keeping her on her original track would have then made her a passive, neutral element with nothing further to contribute. By having her flip, she became a far more dynamic character than she otherwise would have been, and it was fully consistent with her character development up to that point; her lack of self-confidence was an ongoing theme in her life. By allowing that trait to play out once again, but countermanding it in the end when the General was caught, she could be taught a valuable lesson about trusting herself in the future, a lesson her character badly needed, but would have been impossible to distill from this particular situation otherwise.
I see it a bit differently.
I think she is a sad, lonely widdow who was Incredibly isolated from any hope of romantic companionship.
She had also been told by everyone that this man was innocent when she believed him guilty. Why should she choose to believe them telling her he may be guilty when she had judged him innocent?
I'm not saying her actions were smart or right. I'm just saying I can understand why she would take those actions given the entirety of her character.
Colombo was in no way “rude” .
A pretty well known WW2 general , who has his own aviation/WW2 museum in Orange County , California, actually ended up starting a construction company and made a heck of a lot of money building homes for GI’s. I often wondered how he ended up winning those contracts.
Wonderful review as always. Observant and witty. You have a natural talent for this! Looking forward to the next one.
Thank you for those very kind words, Mark! I really appreciate it 😊
I completely, utterly, and totally agree!
Thank you for another enjoyable Columbo review!! Please continue making them!! 👍
Thank you very much, Peter! I absolutely plan to keep making them. It takes me a while to finish one, but I'll keep going. Thank you for the wonderful encouragement you sent me 😊
I just want to say I simply love Columbo. And whoever is narrating this, I love your voice. It's soft and engaging. Thanks for taking the time to write these. It gives me another reason to watch Columbo again. And again. And again.
I'm so happy you enjoy the videos! Thank you very much ❤️
I have always loved this episode. Suzanne pleshette Is bubbly and funny And sad. Edward Albert Is always good. The mother is a witch.
Also in regards to the shooting in the window being seen from the water. Remember that when you fire a gun, you get quite an explosion. It's very possible that Pleshett's character, Mrs. Stewart, could see the flash which might've lit up the room for an instant.
I agree with you 😊
Well, that explanation is quite a shot in the dark, but plausible come Helen high water. ;)
Well said about Pleshette’s character - that and as a visual artist I’d say she represents us very well!
This is really top quality content. And I'm a fairly jaded and unimpressed grouch when it comes to YT. You also seem to be an omnivore of classic pop culture like myself, which really comes through in these excellent vids. I'll sub in hopes of you continuing this series, and whatever else you cook up for this channel. Best of luck, looking forward to more.
Thank you!! Even though you're not my ally, I'm still very grateful for your kindness. I am all about the classic pop culture. Also, I'm planning to have the next episode finished this month. Thank you, again!
The hell you are,get off your horse 🐎 and drink ya milk PILGRIM
Jaded! Lmno 😆🙏
I remember noticing many patterns and homages when I was on a Columbo daily binge years ago. Made mental notes and forgot about it. Your diligence in presenting your insights has reminded me of a few:
1. In all 3 Jack Cassidy episodes, the typewriter and writing/using it plays an important role.
2. In George Hamilton’s two episodes, a dog is involved in his comeuppance
3. With Robert Vaughn, boats and the ocean are the main backdrop to the story
And many more such things but that’s all I remember this moment.
It's a lot of fun to find correlations like that
Great review, love these, so impressed by your research!
Thank you, Elizabeth! You are so kind, I appreciate that encouragement 😊
Susanne Pleshette got a supporting role in "Nevada Smith" as a love interest to Steve McQueen who played the title role. Word is they were both good friends, had a purely Platonic relationship and that Steve was shepherding her as an actress, showing her the ropes so-to-speak. He thought of her as a little sister, and Susanne thought of him as a big brother, so it made the love scenes very awkward for both of them. Besides her famous role as Emily on "The Bob Newhart Show", it was that performance of hers that I like the most.
I think her most memorable appearance is as Emily Hartley, again, but this time in the final show of Bob Newharts second TV show "Newhart" which had run for 8 seasons. In the final episode, at the end of the episode where all of the characters from the show had parts and stories, Bob is hit in the head by a golf ball which knocks him out. When the lights come back on, he's in his queen size bed on his side and he turns on his night stand lamp and says, "Honey, honey wake up. You won't believe the dream I just had." "Uh" we hear from the other side of the bed. "Well don't you want to hear about it?", Bob says. And Susanne turns on the lamp on her night stand (the audience recognizes her and goes wild) and says, "Alright Bob. What is it?" Bob goes on to describe the previous 8 season show as if it were a dream he had, they're back in Chicago, *_they've never left Chicago,_* the Hartley's are still married and still in that same apartment some 12 years later. That one's got to be the most ingenious TV finale ever. TV legend if you ask me.
That is an incredible finale!!! I so appreciate this amazing comment full of information and your favorite Suzanne Pleshette roles ❤️ I did not know about the Steve McQueen story and her. Very interesting!
And thank you sooo much for your kindness in sending me a lovely coffee ☕ Take care!
@@WatchitforDays I always found this Columbo episode fascinating because of Suzanne Pleshette playing against her usual archetype as smart brunette elegance and class. Pleshette dives completely in the character with no reservations from beginning to end, and makes her vulnerability appealing and authentic.
Love the amount of detail in your reviews. I know how much work it is so can really appreciate your effort. Important to keep the Columbo love going strong.
Thank you, my media friend! We Columbo fans have to stick together 😊
"Escape to Witch Mountain."
"That's what I'm ASKING you!"
"I'm telling you, Witch Mountain!"
"Well, will you goddamn get around to telling me already?!"
"I just told you; Witch Mountain."
"Uhhhh. The mountain you want me to go to ... is ... which mountain?"
"Exactly!"
"ABBOTT!!!!!!"
Haha!
Great review! Always enjoy your take on the shows. A few funny things that I noticed over the years. When Columbo is talking to Helen and her mom for the first time and her mom is tossing the salad, what is that dog and cat art next to her? They look like bottles since it looks like the heads can be removed. Maybe vinegar and oil for the salad? Kinda creepy! Also in the scene with Bert did you see the rifle he had on the wall??? Must be a bad neighborhood. And one more thing... I think the conversation about the fireplace with the General is because Columbo was wondering where the iron fireplace tools where, meaning the General could use them to weigh down the body. Oh I just remembered something - the General's fancy blue jacket with his hideous orange shirt! He looked like he's going to a Denver Broncos game!
Thank you! Your kindness and generosity made my day, NorCal 😊
I also noticed those big dog and cat things on the counter. They left me speechless, so I didn't mention them, haha.
Yes, it looks like Bert is armed and ready for any hooligan who comes into his shop.
I never thought about the iron fireplace tools as being used to weigh down Dutton! Very interesting observation!
You're probably right, he's a Broncos fan.
I always thought the Suzanne Pleshette character was a compete yo-yo in falling for the general and the kind of character only a man could write.
Haha, I'd have to agree with you
Yes I have been looking to this particular one for ages and did not disappoint! Your funniest review so far I'd say, had me cackling at parts. I'll never be able to unsee Bert manhandling those hot dogs.
Haha, thank you very much, Adam 😊 That fistful of hotdogs is something I also cannot unsee.
Loved your Columbo reviews right from the start! I'd never have guessed about the body double! Thanks again for another brill episode, keep up the amazing work 😊❤️
Thank you very much, Mr. Ripley! What wonderful encouragement :)
I find Hollister’s actions plausible because he’s got a fat ego and he’s a General who always has to be in control of every situation. He’d be tough to live with, not a big surprise he’s single.
You're very right, he would be a tough one to live with.
I'm really glad I'm found these . Love them, can't wait for the next one. Thank you!
Thank you very much, Marianna!
Awesome! You even identify firearms and cars. You probably check on the respective online databases, which I often do as a movie buff, but you always add even more information and cross references. Very thorough research, delivered with a perfect voice over, relaxed and sometimes casual to lighten up the mood.
I'm really glad you enjoy it! 😊❤️
34:00 He said that as a reference to Christopher Columbus, Cristofero Colombo in Italian, who was a sailor explorer... Do you get the point?
I get the point, thank you for sharing this :)
Another top-notch review. I always make sure to have my 45 min. or so interruption-free before watching. And I agree: frankly speaking, Columbo does look like a "Frank" for some reason.
You've really made my whole day, Evan, thank you!
@@WatchitforDays Thank YOU for the shoutout, my friend. Very sweet of you.
@@IndyCrewInNYC That's the least I could do 😊
“You’re a very individual person.“ LOLOL
That's right!
Thanks for another great review & video. I remember the rift Peter created between Suzanne & Eddie during the filming. Didn't know that they used a double in some scenes where Peter was supposed to be in.
Thank you, Kevin! I really appreciate your kindness. Yeah, I wish I could have found out who the double was.
@@WatchitforDays He will remain a mystery for now.
Another nice episode review. I always love the depth of your research. I love your willingness to pick up flaws in the episodes which to me makes you brave and smart. And it makes the reviews more fun. I just thought I would throw it out there that besides Greenacres Eddie Albert had a really very significant fun supporting role in Roman Holiday with Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck. Albert contributed to making that movie a classic.
Thank you very much for your encouraging words as well as sharing more Eddie Albert references ❤️
@@WatchitforDays I am required by court order to disclose that it is dangerous to compliment my Eddie Albert trivia references. You may live to regret it when you get to the Ruth Gordon episode.😋
Thanks once again. You are certainly teaching me observational and research skills. I found this episode a bit creepy. I have to remember that it was from 1971. Suzanne Pleshette was obviously a deep actress, I think we needed more of her character’s back story about the psychology of being taken in by this much older man and I’m sure Suzanne could have provided that with a more balanced script. Obviously the 1971 script didn’t have the time for that, but without it, there wasn’t the logic. That was the 1970”s for you.
I'm so happy you're enjoying the videos and thank you very much for sharing your thoughts on the episode :)
SP's character Helen made the episode interesting for me.
Excellent review! Thanks for all of the work you put in producing these videos.
It makes me so happy to know you enjoyed it!
@@WatchitforDays Great! I'm looking forward to your next video.
I wanted to tell you a great story about Susan Pleshsette. Back in the late 50s she dated a colleague actor name was Tom Poston. Then very much later they started dating each other and Tom asked her to marry him. She said the only way she'd marry him is if he got the biggest rock he could afford. And so Tom went down to a local gravel pit and picked out a appropriate rock had it cleaned mounted and then he gave it to her. After she stopped laughing she said yes. Now what a shame they did not get a lifetime of laughter but better late than never.
That is a really great story, thank you for sharing! :)
Tom Poston playing Bob's friend The Peeper in a funny Bob Newhart episode...
@@SL-vi4tk Tom Poston is one of my all time favorite B level actor. Awesome deadpan face. Dave Thomas of SCTV and Grave Under Fire said of Tom one of the nicest guys I have ever worked with became a sort of surrogate dad for me. Tom and Bob Newhart excellent together. Tom suits Newhart's slow understated style of comedy.
31:36. The candles ... she is becoming a prisoner ...? Behind bars? Captive-ated...? Getting locked in?
Maybe, maybe... Good thoughts
22:30. "Shoot someone for no reason at all"? Like, she knew the guy on the other side of the glass across the harbor had no motive to shoot THAT particular guy.
Very true
Didn't you know? The hook for the Melville books was that they had multiple endings, with different killers! Thus you had to buy multiple copies to get the "real' story. It's where the inspiration for the movie "Clue" came from!
Ohhh! Well, now I know. No wonder I didn't care for Mrs. Melville on the High Seas... I only have one copy!
"... Interesting close camera choice that I 'am not sure what the point was of Columbo turning around..." Columbo is looking directly at the wall with the body behind it. Hollister looks alarmed and directs Columbo to the bedrooms. Fun review!
Ohh!! Well that is a great observation, thank you for sharing!
@@WatchitforDays The only other time you see that wall is in the shots where Pleshettes head is between the candles. What, if anything, that means I don't know!
@@glennscott9693 So evey time I questioned the cameraman's choices, that wall kept showing up.
@@WatchitforDays Yup.
Good one Glenn. Like @WatchItForDays - I totally missed that too. 🙂
The comment you make at 10:34 to 10:40 cracks me up laughing every time I re watch the episode. I absolute Love every one of them , even more now, cause of all the new additions you make. Keep up with the fantastic job you do, and looking forward to episode 13th of the Columbo Saga.😊
I'm so happy you got a laugh out of it! Thank you very much for your great kindness ❤️
On one of your other episodes you were asking Columbo's name and I was shouting "Frank Frank"
I remember that scene with his name because my name is Frank 😎
Good to meet you, Frank! That's a good name 😊
You forever crack me up when you insert video clips 😅.
Glad to hear it 😁
I think you are being very generous with your cigars on this one but I know it is out of your tremendous love for all things Columbo. I can't wait for more of your reviews! You are giving us all the chance to re-watch the episodes and see them in a whole new light.
I'm so happy you are enjoying the Columbo videos ❤️
I thought the murder scene was a little implausible. How did she see that much detail? Then even though Columbo is not suspicious, Hollister decides to take preventative measures by showing interest in a woman young enough to be his daughter. Overall the episode is not as strong as the other first season entries although I like Suzanne Pleshette.
I agree with you!
I love your videos and I'm always looking forward to your next one 🙂
You are extremely kind! I plan to have the next one up this month ♥️🎬
Shonna, you definitely are a very individual person. 🙂
Haha, thank you 😊
That musical score at the end of this episode was only played during the first two seasons. I loved it the most because it was light, airy and upbeat. Although it was composed by Gil Mellé, it had a definite Henry Mancini vibe.
I agree with you
My favorite Suzanne Pleshette appearance was her reprise of Emily Hartley on the last episode of “Newhart” - one of the best tv moments ever.
He's referring to Colombus the explorer. The names are related. I think it's the same name but translates differently into different languages. The name Colombo is Italian. I think the name Columbus may be the Spanish, Latin or English translation of Colombo.
Thank you, wonderful information, David
@@WatchitforDays you're more than welcome. Great work.
He was not called "Columbus" in his time. He had a name similar to Cristoforo Colombo, or something like that. We are not sure today, due to a lack of contemporary written records. "Columbus" is an English version of the name. I think the Hollister character was referring to Columbus in the script.
@@kijekuyo9494 Thank you for sharing this Columbus information!
17:06. Nothin' beats the boogeyin' poolside couple who sashay out of the frame when Columbo comes to report the drowning death in PORT IN A STORM.
Yep
I just bumped into this wonderful channel. Great content. It’s clear that the host is familiar with the subject. She acknowledges the objectionable attitudes of 50 years ago that are reflected in the show, yet does not let that become the focus of her analyses - and instead focuses on what makes the series so great! Thanks for the great channel!
What a wonderfully kind and encouraging comment! Thank you very much, Bill 😊
I think Helen's the character I felt most bad for in all Columbo episodes. Poor girl cannot catch a break. Not even Columbo takes her seriously. If it weren't for the llamas, she'd have nothing. Thank god for llamas.
Yes, thank goodness Helen at least doesn't have a South American Llama shaped hole in her heart.
If they find it necessary to inform me that a guy has charisma - say, in a news broadcast - I kinda develop my doubts about how much charisma he actually has.
What does this actor tell his agent? "Here's a role: This fella who just oozes charisma. Put me up for it."
I know what you mean
So glad TH-cam recommended your channel.I am hooked.I am fairly new to Columbo,but am amazed how great the show was.Thanks for all the great videos. Love from Seattle.
Awesome, Tony, thank you very much for your kindness! I'm so happy to know I've got a fellow Columbo fan in Seattle 😊
Love your reviews💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
Thank you very much for this sweet gift ❤️
As usual, love your witty comments and delivery. I hated this episode, Susan's character was too stupid to believe and her alcoholic mom was cringe worthy. I hate when Columbo does military stuff, like the military school colonel killing his brother, and Eddie Albert. I just find it too woke and liberal minded and I don't like the Green Acres guy too much either. Anyhu, the pistol Eddie was waving around looked like a 22 target pistol, not a 45. Though I love your knowledge of firearms. I would give this show a 2 cigars out of 5.
I loved reading your strong opinions on this episode, Michael! Very entertaining :)
Yes, that is a .22 pistol. The .45 is his pearl handled revolver (the murder weapon)
I love this episode because it has Suzanne Pleshette is in it! I always thought that she was gorgeous!
Great review as always! I think that you were spot on.
She was very pretty! And thank you for being here
Her voice was neat too. Good casting with her and the mother on that score.
When I saw her as Bob Newhart’s wife in The Bob Newhart Show, I always felt that his character married way above his level! 😍
I watched so many, I have slightly fallen in love with your voice
Well, I appreciate that very much ❤️
Great review again, thoroughly enjoyed it and after all these years and multiple viewings I didn't know about the end scene and the dispute. It reminds me of the Columbo board game (of which I own a copy) where the makers didn't have Peter Falks permission to use his image so Columbo is always with his back turned. Look it up and get a copy its awesome for a Boxing Day games fest!
Thank you, Rob! I didn't even know there was a Columbo board game. I'm gonna have to look into this...
@@WatchitforDays
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The title of this episode didn't have too much on the ball, did it? The body wasn't really weighted down so well, so ... it's like both sides were playing a little hard to get with this one. Falk sits out; the writers don't dig down too deep for a clever title. "Harbor-ing Resentment?"
You're always thinking, aren't you Kevin
@@WatchitforDays It is remarkable, in those days... a lead actor would deep-six a show out of spite. Do you know BANACEK (1972)? George Peppard killed it after 1 season because he did not want his ex-wife getting half the money. Had he not done so, we might be mentioning it in the same breath as COLUMBO. In fact, things could have easily gone the other way; in its day, Banacek was about as novel and amusing as Columbo was. Falk was really playing Russian roulette with ol' Hollister's gun.
Just bought you five coffees because your commentary had me laughing out loud. (I forgot to identify the episode in the coffee comment field, which is the only reason I am mentioning my monetary thank-you here.) Keep up the good work! Your analyses are much appreciated and, for some reason, soothing to me. Maybe because it feels good to know that such a sterling TV drama and character are receiving the respectful scrutiny and remembrance we Columbo fans know they deserve.
That REALLY means a lot to me! Thank you for the incredible gift and comment. You made my day!
"Colombo beginning complimenting general Hollisters house" was it not Colombos house?
Yes, I read it was Peter Falk's property
@@WatchitforDays i was just joking, your reviews are pure excellence, absolute top notch
Thank you for your kindness!
I love these Colombo recaps I've been obsessed with Colombo, for years, ever since I was a small Child I recently got involved I'm really bad auto accident and I'm pretty much not able to do the things I used to be able to do so. I Have been watching Columbo and all the new facts that you've come up with and researched is very interesting.
Keep doing what you're doing. I'm a big fan.
I'm so glad you're here to enjoy Columbo with me
You are amazing. I watched Columbo when I was a kid in the early 70s. The things you notice are remarkable and hilarious.
Thank you very much! I'm so happy to know you're enjoying the videos :)
For me, this was one of the best episodes. Perhaps because it goes beyond the traditional, someone kills somebody and tries to cover up. There was a romantic aspiration. By the way, Suzanne Pleshette was beautiful. And the backstory added some spice to the acting.
Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts on the episode! I love reading comments like yours :)
11:40 - OMG! _"Mrs Melville"_ - of Jim Ferris & Ken Franklin fame! I totally missed that in this episode! Good catch, _"Watch It"!_
Thank you!
Niche reviewers putting out content make my day a better one, especially if it's about the best TV show ever made! Keep up the good work, BTW I find your voice very soothing!
I am so happy to hear your day was improved. Thank you for your incredible kindness and encouragement 😊
YES! This is legit unintended ASMR
@@asecretone lol, thank you for that
Seems like the camera work that puts her face between the candles could be said to be sight alignment, leaving her in Hollisters line of fire.
You could be right
That was very interesting of another actor playing him while he was protesting. It didn't make sense much to me either that she would go out with the guy she reported, great job!
Awwww.... Glenda 💕 You're so kind to come visit me over here, thank you!
@@WatchitforDays You are welcome, waiting on next one!
This episode always frustrates me... He is wooing the daughter!
It comes across so creepy and discomforting. It's a 3 cigars from me.
I know what you mean. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and rating for the episode! I always appreciate that
4 cigars for 'Dead Weight'??? Your generosity is truly mind-boggling.
And Albert's line is clearly a reference to Christopher Columbus.
Yes. I boggle many minds with some of my ratings.
It makes sense, now. But it wasn't clear to my simple mind at the time.
The Japanese title for this episode is quite simple "ホリスター将軍のコレクション" ➡General Hollister's Collection.
Very simple
Your commentary is absolutely incredible. Really hits the spot. From the no way she could have seen the actual shooting to her and Hollister's incredible behavior.
I'm so happy you enjoy the videos!
Columbo fans love the show but I agree with you. I actually thought it was pretty bad with Hollister's actions and how Helen was so quick to change her mind. I think each episode they try to experiment with different storylines and this must have been about a witness who is smooth-talked into changing her mind.
I appreciate them trying new things, that's how you find out what works 😊
Enjoyed your review, especially the backstories on supporting actors! Oh, Columbus is Columbo in Latin- the language used when they were drawing up all the maps in the 16th century, and telling stories about the discoverers. But you knew that already...
Thank you, Paul! I'm so happy you enjoyed the video... And I appreciate you sharing that Columbo Columbus information.
I'm not a fan of this particular episode but your commentary makes it so enjoyable. You've got natural talent for this type of thing. I saw some comments about your age. Was i wrong too? Lol u was guessing 28ish.
@@DorothySbornak I'm half way through 30 😊
I love your commentary. You're so funny!
Thank you very much!
Columbus is the latinized version of columbo
Thank you for letting me know!
16:14 - "Treat every gun like it's loaded, and never aim at something you're not willing to shoot."
_Alec Baldwin, are you listening...?_
If only he were!
I really love the opening scene which starts with people sailing and then goes
to General Hollister's house and then how it connects together with Helen Stewart
saw the shooting as she was sailing (interesting you mentioned that the shooting took
place in the lower floor of the house than the upper house when she saw it up?)
Shoot, I did not know Eddie Albert was the main character in Green Acres. Great job
pointing this out. I did not think Eddie was that great in this Columbo movie, but maybe
I underestimated his work from what you mentioned about his work.
Suzanne Pleshette was terrific in her role as Helen. She and Columbo formed
a great interaction. There was chemistry between those two. I really enjoyed her in
this movie. Oh, and she was gorgeous.
It sure was creepy when General Hollister would start following Helen around
from going to her apartment to her workplace and just asking her out, and I am glad
you called him out of it in this review of this movie.
When Hollister acted grumpy towards Columbo, I think Hollister knew Columbo was on to him.
The woman screaming in finding the dead body of Colonel Dutton was my favorite part of the movie, and you
are right she did a great job of screaming.
Great job noticing the real name of Columbo, even though that was not the real name.
Also great observation of General Hollister being an avid reader of Mrs. Melville's books.
Interesting observation you made about a double Columbo in the end. I did not even notice.
Peter Falk actually made demands and threw a fit, eh.
Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts while watching the episode! Very enjoyable to read ❤️
@@WatchitforDays Thanks.
I would love it if you would comment on the fact that no matter where Columbo is somebody has the phone number and calls him there lolol
I will do that, thank you for the suggestion!
I believe, in the time before cell phones, it was customary for a medical doctor on call, or, say, a homicide detective, to call the office and give them the phone number at that location.
Making a call at each location would take up too much screen time, and , likely, the audience at that time would assume the call.
The reason Clete Roberts plays a lot of newscasters is because he WAS a newscaster in the 1970s, especially in Los Angeles.
You're absolutely right
He does look like a Frank. Thanks for adding the age and hometown for the actors/extras, especially the lesser players. So many from my home state, Illinois.
I'm so happy you enjoyed it!
You know your firearms. Would this piece have left a hole in the wall?
The Colt .45 would have gone right through Dutton, I'm sure of it... .45 calibur is a big bullet.
Another fine episode full of insights and observations, excellent work.
You are extremely kind to me, SasBald
The random people having a pool party at the apartment building was an example of how Los Angeles itself is a character in the show.
True!
i'm loving these. i hope you blow up on youtube. : ) obviously you will have to do more than colombo but from what im seeing - i like alot lol : )
Jolly Good Show : )
Thank you very much! For now I'm sticking with Columbo, but I do intend to do more eventually :)
@@WatchitforDays he made episodes for decades so you will have plenty : )
I appreciate these videos so much, I want to leave a comment on each one! This episode is not one I like to revisit, despite the talent of the cast, but your witty commentary makes it hundreds of times more enjoyable! I lost count of how many of your wisecracks made me laugh!
I struggle mightily with the visual problem of the plot too - could she have actually seen the shooting? The way it's filmed, unfortunately, we really can't believe it. But that's an issue in more than a few celebrated murder mysteries, so I let it go... kind of. Um. Well, not really.
Also, Shonna, I have a lot of respect for your process. It's clear you do a lot of research, but you're careful not to comment on anything unless you can triple-verify it. That's so impressive.
You are incredibly kind, Jane ❤️ Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the episode as well as giving me some great encouragement!
Interesting that one of Albert's lines is "You've miscast me as a villian."
Maybe Columbo didn't look around the General's house more because he didn't have a search warrant? Oooh, and maybe that's also a reason why he sometimes "accidentally" gets lost/open random doors in peoples' houses. He can "look around", but not do a search???
Also, I am enjoying watching these! This one is extra funny/entertaining. Both due to the episode and your great commentary/choice of clips and stills. Thanks for posting these.
That is a fantastic thought! I guarantee you are right about Columbo "accidentally" getting lost in order to do a little search :)
I'm so happy to know you're enjoying the videos.
Very cool episode but i was really disappointed in Falks behaviour on the studio set.
Suzanne Pleshette gave an interview on the subject.
By the way, you have narrated an excellent review young lady.
NOTE:
"Falk is still a brilliant actor but i must say i was bery disappointed in what happened".
Source: Suzanne Pleshette
Thank you for sharing a quote from Miss Pleshette. I saw that interview, too.
I'm glad you enjoyed the video ❤️
@@WatchitforDays
Thanks. ALLAH HU AKBAR!
Can't wait for the episodes with Johnny Cash and Leonard Nimoy. I suspect they're very interesting to analyse in depth.
Those are a couple of my favorites!
@Watch it for Days mine too!
@@WatchitforDays Did you do Playback and Candidate for Crime? I can't find them.
I thought johnny cash did a good acting job in his episode.his facial expressions of getting frustrated with columbo were pretty real looking.
Love your channel! I see the world through the lens of “Escape From Witch Mountain” too!
The "ultra offended" sliding down the screen made me laugh
First few times I've seen this video I managed to miss it.
Brilliant editing
Thank you, Jason! I love hearing what makes people laugh 😊
10:25 and there she is dead on the boat… I tried to warn her. LMAO
:) Thank you
Very observant to notice the two sets of seemingly identical ribbons. Impressive!
Thank you 😊
Your comments are sometimes very witty, thank you for making me laugh - and enjoy your coffee!
Thank you very much, my friend, for your great kindness and encouragement ❤️
The telephone booth could be a reference to "The Birds" when Tippi Hendren is trapped.
You're right, it could be. I never thought about that!
That was a great review of one of the worst Columbo episodes.
I'm so happy you at least liked the review :)
I know why Helen isn't scared of General Hollister. It's because he's a dead ringer for Eddie Albert and EVERY woman in America at that time was dreaming of taking either Robert Redford to bed... or Eddie Albert. lol
BTW, I predict you will have a million subscribers as long as you stay away from politics. Cobbler, stick to thy main. You're good at this.
That's not how women function, no matter what year it is. 50 Shades of Gray is fiction for a reason.
And, that's some odd advice, considering Columbo was what what would now be called an sjw show.
That would be neat to have a million subscribers, then I would know there are at least a million Columbo fans hanging around!
Also, don't worry about politics showing up in my work. I get a little sick just thinking about it.
As a cobbler, I shall stick to my main.
@@Genevieve1023 How is Columbo considered an sjw show?
@@WatchitforDays He said it would be considered, but I don't know where that came from!
@@WatchitforDays There's the class dynamics, which are obvious even today. But also at the time, non wasp white people weren't really consided white by the more established Americans. They were thought of as "ethnic". If the role was cast today, they'd probably cast a Latino actor to represent a similar place in society. So a show about a working class, first generation Italian American, taking down a bunch of rich as piss WASPs every week, would be what's now called an sjw show.
I think "well, well, well" should be a catch phrase for you. Very well deployed.
(3:46) For those of you not up on your old TV shows, "Santini" is a reference to an episode of a great TV show called "Columbo" with Peter Falk as a sly, unassuming detective in Los Angeles. I highly recommend it. Santini (real name Mueller) was a murderous magician who made many mistakes.
(4:35) "Paisley" is a textile pattern from 1800s Persia. It's a teardrop shape with an up-turned or down-turned pointy bit, which we see on both of these shirts. In the 1960s, there was a paisley revival among the hippies. The loud psychedelic neon colors of the 1960s became more subdued in the 1970s. It is my opinion that this is a fantastic piece of costume design that, to a 1970s audience, would have instantly identified red shirt as the artsy-hippy daughter and bolder shirt as the mom who partied way too far into motherhood.
(5:18) That's one of the funniest green-screen shots I've ever seen.
(7:08) I'd also like to point out the huge hoop earrings--which is big time 1970s fashion, mixed with the full kerchief that replaced the Agneta Frieberg hair ribbon. That the kerchief matched the shirt was, in fact, a requirement and part of the hippie penal code in 1971.
(8:41) Columbo only finds out that the yacht's engine was cold, so even though it's an illegal search, there is no real "tainted fruit" to get the case thrown out. Fast and loose with the rights, though.
(9:29) Technically "Francis" (Latin) or "Franco" (Italian) would be a good replacement for the German name "Frank".
(13:08) eBay: "butane table lighter"
(13:25) I spent two hours working this question AND had to dig my DVD copy out of moth balls. I can't find any period-accurate microtelevision models that fit that look. However, they zoom in on the television as Columbo goes to inspect the closet. It's a portable television (it has one whip antenna) with no handle (which is insane). Also, two of the knobs are glued to the glass. I think it's a prop they whipped up.
(33:43) Though he was not Italian (he was from Genoa), in Italian the name "Christopher Columbus" is "Cristoforo Colombo".
(39:48) I think you're looking for "in the can". ;)
Your comment was very informative and also made me smile! Truly a joy to read! Thank you very much for taking the time to write as well as leaving time stamps and trying to help me with that monitor question... You're the best!
With the commentary, the lettuce & hotdog scene is hilarious!🤣
I'm so glad!
Maybe you discussed this in the prior Timothy Carey/Bert episode, but he was famously nuts. His business with the lettuce, hotdogs and spoons is standard out-of-control Carey improv. In The Wild One he sprayed beer in Marlon Bando's face, off-script, angering him. Cassavetes and Kubrick each used him memorably in two of their films.
Your Pinned ‘Title You Have For Your Videos Is ‘On Point..👍.. I Could ‘Watch All Day..
Thank you very much, Kim