The Old Man Who Cried Wolf
The Old Man Who Cried Wolf is a 1970 American made-for-television thriller film directed by Walter Grauman and starring Edward G. Robinson, Martin Balsam and Diane Baker. It originally aired as the ABC Movie of the Week on October 13, 1970.[1]
| The Old Man Who Cried Wolf | |
|---|---|
| Written by | Luther Davis |
| Directed by | Walter Grauman |
| Starring | Edward G. Robinson Martin Balsam Diane Baker Ruth Roman |
| Music by | Robert Drasnin |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Aaron Spelling |
| Producer | Walter Grauman |
| Cinematography | Arch R. Dalzell |
| Editor | Art Seid |
| Running time | 73 minutes |
| Production company | Aaron Spelling Productions |
| Release | |
| Original network | ABC |
| Original release | October 13, 1970 |
Plot
Robinson portrays an elderly man who witnesses the murder of a friend.
Cast
- Edward G. Robinson as Emile Pulska
- Martin Balsam as Stanley Pulska
- Diane Baker as Peggy Pulska
- Ruth Roman as Lois
- Percy Rodrigues as Frank Jones
- Sam Jaffe as Abe Stillman
- Edward Asner as Dr. Morheim
- Martin E. Brooks as Hudson F. Ewing
- Jay C. Flippen as pawnbroker
Production
Robinson described it as "a most rewarding experience, one which I thoroughly enjoyed".[2]
Reception
The film was very well received by critics. Robinson's performance was critically acclaimed and was suggested for awards.[3]
The Hollywood Reporter called Robinson's performance "strong and moving".[2]
The Los Angeles Times said Robinson's performance was "filled with skill and nuance" but the film "broke your heart by being a cop out of what it might have been."[4]
References
- Comedy, drama and touch of suspense provide some 'moments' for the viewer Los Angeles Times 11 Oct 1970: p54.
- Beck, Robert (2 September 2008). The Edward G. Robinson Encyclopedia. McFarland. p. 236. ISBN 978-1-4766-0666-8.
- Parish, James Robert; Marill, Alvin H. (1972). The Cinema of Edward G. Robinson. A. S. Barnes. pp. 56, 263. ISBN 978-0-498-07875-0.
- TV REVIEW: Edward G. Robinson Featured in 'Wolf' Los Angeles Times 14 Oct 1970: e19.