A True comedy classic

Rating: 10/10 (15 March 2010)

M*A*S*H is considered one of the greatest comedy's of all time so naturally, I've been interested in seeing it. I've never watched the TV show so I wasn't familiar with the franchise. I wasn't sure if I was going to like this or not but after watching, boy was I shocked! Forty years on, this movie is still hilarious and fresh. I must say, I was surprised at how graphic it was. It really holds nothing back which is why it still resonates and holds up today. The characters aren't exactly relatable or loving. Hawkeye and Trapper are mischievous, anarchist characters. Hot Lips and Burns (played amazingly by Sally Kellerman and Robert Duval), represent hypocritical authority. Everyone else are a bunch of lunatics. At the same time though, the staff are serious when it comes to the work their doing of treating wounded soldiers during wartime. That's why this film is such a great balance; over the top humor mixed with a serious setting. Some of the funniest parts include: -The sex scene -Hot Lips shower scene (a little shocking but funny) -The football scene.
I highly recommend this movie to those who like black comedies that hold nothing back. Definitely one of the best films of all time.