Paul Mazursky's second feature is a not entirely successful patchwork of a film. A director (Donald Sutherland) struggles to come up with an idea for a second film. He has flights of fancy, daydreams, and some pretty interesting fantasies. It doesn't really come together, but it's never dull and Mazursky takes some pointed jabs at Hollywood (note the director's own cameo as a far too mellow studio head). Sutherland is fine and Ellen Burstyn plays his wife. Michael Lerner and Mazursky's own daughter Meg have supporting roles. There's a curious cameo by Federico Fellini and Jeanne Moreau appears, singing a song. Written by Mazursky and then writing partner Larry Tucker. The great cinematography is by László Kovács. A noble failure.
Review of Alex in Wonderland
