Every Which Way But Loose (Clint Eastwood Collection) NTSCU

This unusual combination of bare knuckle fighting and light hearted children's romp was also a comedic change of pace for its rugged star Clint Eastwood. Eastwood plays trucker Philo Beddoe, a revered brawler who lives in a shack with his mother (Ruth Gordon) and an orangutan, Clyde, who sips beer and thumbs his nose at authority. Philo is preparing for a bout against the wishes of his mother and his new love interest (Sandra Locke).

If clashing with the women in his life weren't enough, he has to deal with his cocky opponent, gamblers, and a chopper gang who constantly harrass him. Fortunately, he does have Clyde backing him up as well as his trusty companion Orville Boggs (regular Eastwood collaborator Geoffrey Lewis).

This bizarre hick comedy was a surprise hit and spawned a sequel featuring many in the original cast. The country soundtrack combines the talents of Steve Dorff and Snuff Garrett and boasts a hit single by Eddie Rabbit.

Special Features:

• Production Notes
• Theatrical Trailer

Critic Reviews:

• " Eastwood has the best double take in the business, there are some interesting glimpses of blue-collar LA, and the downbeat ending displays a genuine moral intelligence. " – Dave Kehr

• " Clint doing roughneck humour with an orang-utan, what's not to like? " – Ian Nathan

• " The chemistry between Eastwood and Lewis is dynamite – perfectly sibling-like – as they look out for one another and yet are equally susceptible to playing the fool. " – Todd Gilchrist