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The Last Detail (1973) | Criteria

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The Last Detail

English • 1973 • 1h 44m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Synopsis

Two Navy men are ordered to bring a young offender to prison, but decide to show him one last good time along the way.

Included in
The New American Cinema (1966–1979)
Position 10
Included in
December 2023
Position 46
Included in
May 2021
Position 40
Included in
After the War
Position 8
Included in
Three Jacks
Position 3

Credits

Crew

DirectorHal Ashby

WriterRobert Towne

CinematographerMichael Chapman

ComposerJohnny Mandel

EditorRobert C. Jones

ProducerGerald Ayres

Cast

Jack Nicholsonas Buddusky

Otis Youngas Mulhall

Randy Quaidas Meadows

as M. A. A.

Carol Kaneas Young Whore

Michael Moriartyas Marine O. D.

Luana Andersas Donna

Kathleen Milleras Annette

Nancy Allenas Nancy

Gerry Salsbergas Henry

Don McGovernas Bartender

Patricia Hamiltonas Madame

Michael Chapmanas Taxi Driver

Jim Henshawas Sweek

Gilda Radneras Nichiren Shoshu Member

Derek McGrathas Nichiren Shoshu Member

Jim Hornas Nichiren Shoshu Member

John Castellanoas Nichiren Shoshu Member