Save the Tiger (1973) – A businessman’s professional struggles begin to conflict with his personal life over the course of two days.
Director: John G. Avildsen (Rocky, The Karate Kid)
Writer: Steve Shagan (The Poseidon Adventure, Rollercoaster)
Release Date: February 14, 1973
Domestic Box Office: $14.6 million
Top 5 Cast:
- Jack Lemmon as Harry Stoner
- Jack Gilford as Al Lewis
- Laurie Heineman as Susan
- Thayer David as Andy
- Liv Lindeland as Angela
“Oh yeah, professionals too. Quarterbacks get knocked down, nurses get knocked up, somebody invented the Edsel. Everybody misses.” – Harry Stoner
Critical Reviews:
- Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times: “A beautifully made and acted film, with a strong central performance by Jack Lemmon.”
- Gene Siskel, Chicago Tribune: “A moving and thought-provoking film that is sure to stay with you long after you’ve seen it.”
- Vincent Canby, The New York Times: “A beautifully acted and directed film that is both moving and thought-provoking.”
- The New Yorker: “A stylish and intelligent film that is sure to please fans of Jack Lemmon and John G. Avildsen.”
- The Village Voice: “A must-see for anyone who is interested in the human condition.”
Cinematic Importance: Save the Tiger (1973) is a significant film because it is one of the first films to explore the themes of aging and loss of idealism in a modern setting. The film was also a critical and commercial success, and it helped to launch the careers of director John G. Avildsen and writer Steve Shagan.
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