I chose to watch this film, frankly, because I was bored and wanted to waste a couple of hours, not really expecting too much... but WOW.... This has to be one of Burt Reynolds finest films. Forget about his previous cheesy corny guffawing, winking-at-the-camera roles, this is a powerful raw honest, emotional film, that not only echoes his own life, but also makes one examine their own lives, mistakes, and reflecting on one's own direction in life. Burt thoroughly deserves an award for this film. If you don't get a lump in your throat at the end, you are made of stone. Well worth watching.
Review of The Last Movie Star
