Something Big

*Something Big* relies on Dean Martin’s signature charm and a lively soundtrack to carry this Western, but it falls short of its potential. Despite the talent involved, the story feels lacking, and its outdated, sexist humor hasn’t aged gracefully.

If you're looking for a safe, no thinking needed movie, this is it. If you're looking for the trademarks of a western - pace, action & hard nosed characters...not so much. On face value this has all that is needed - plot hook is fine, the budget looks adequate & well spent, the roles of the players look interesting & should provide a fine movie. Nice locations. But, & it's a crucial 'but', the players and/or the script has to advance at a rate faster than amiable & it never does. A waste IMHO.