Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project
by John Landis
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Actor: Clint Eastwood, Don Rickles, Martin Scorsese, Steve Lawrence, Whoopi GoldbergDirector: John Landis
Brand: Universal Studios
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen
Picture Format: 2.35:1
Running Time: 100 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2008-02-19
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Salient_Media
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DVD Review: feel the heat . . .
Summary: 4 Stars
Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project (2007) is a documentary by director John Landis (Animal House), about the entertainment legend, whose career has spanned over five decades. The comedian's nickname "Mr. Warmth", is an ironic reference to his abrasive put down style of comedy. While some may find him offensive, most realize that Rickles isn't a bigot, or preacher of hate, and that his unique shtick, had its genesis in a different time, when racial relations, and tolerance and acceptance for certain ideas, are not as enlightened as they are now.
In the last fifty years, the world has undergone wide sweeping changes, that are so immense, and easy to take for granted. For those of a certain age, Don Rickles provides a window to the past. How we may see the past will vary, but in remembering how things were, we can reflect on where we have come from, and hopefully enjoy a laugh. Many things in life however, have not changed, and Rickles remains relevant today, although his appeal may mostly be to those over forty.
For director John Landis, this is a very personal project. As a young man breaking into the business, Landis, worked on the production staff of the film Kelly Heroes (1969), which was shot on location in Yugoslavia. The WW II adventure starred Clint Eastwood, Telly Savalas, Donald Sutherland, and one Don Rickles. Rickles' acting career is unrated, and largely forgotten or unknown to many, but as is pointed out in the documentary, he was quite active in the 1960's as a guest star, and as a regular on the Dean Martin Celebrity Roast, where he absolutely killed.
Landis's 90 minute documentary features interviews with old friends and contemporaries, members of Rickles staff, younger comedians he has inspired, and other various admirers. Among those featured are Bob Newhart, Debbie Reynolds, Clint Eastwood, Robert DeNiro, Jack Carter, Steve Lawrence, Penn Jillette, Martin Scorsese, Sara Silverman, Robin Williams, Jimmy Kimmel, and Joan Rivers. Unfortunately, so many of Don's contemporaries are no longer with us. In addition to these testimonials and remembrances, there is plenty from Rickles himself, including clips from his many appearances on The Tonight Show, and other talk shows.
There are also segments of Rickles performing stand up live at the Stardust and various other venues. Rickles never engages in profanity, but unleashed live, like a playful attack dog, he will pick on various members of the audience, usually based on their ethnic background or physical appearance. Few are safe from his barbs, as he works various religious, racial, and cultural stereotypes, into his act. Rickles no doubt offends some people, but he has done a variation of the same act so long, that he kind of gets a pass, because people know what to expect. As something of a relic from the past, delivering an older style of humor, Rickles is still hilarious. Even in his 80's, the man's mind is sharp, and his insults can cut like a dagger.
Mr. Warmth, is more of a testimonial to the man, rather than a biography. You get an idea of his personality, and affect on others in the industry, rather than a recounting of what he has done through the years. The gruff exterior and mean spiritedness, is an act, as Rickles is actually a humble man, who works his butt off as a performer. As many of those that knew Rickles very well, like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., and Johnny Carson, are no longer with us, the emphasis is generally on the second half of his career, which makes the film slightly more relevant to a younger audience.
The DVD contains two discs. The first contains the main feature, and the second has short clips of interviews with various personalities, who may or may not be discussing Rickles. There are some interesting conversations, but most of the content on Disc 2 is extraneous, and could have been included on the first disc.
The legendary Mr. Warmth is still performing, although his live appearances are limited, and generally geared toward resort areas. If Don Rickles is coming to your area, you may want to take the opportunity to see this comic legend, as who knows when you may have another chance to see him again. It would also be very cool, if the series CPO Sharkey (1976-78), were released on DVD.
Description of Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project
This terrific feature film comedy reveals the background of one of the legends of comedy Don Rickles.Hailed by some of today?s biggest comedians as one of the Kings of Comedy.Comedians reveal their unique stories and tell how Don Rickles was so successful in his comedy and career.Bestsellers in DVD
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