i first saw this movie in the mid 80 a refer by a co worker and and i scour the tv listing for about a year until i find it and be not available locally on or through video and i think this movie be fantastic and remember the time frame when it be make . the story contain truth through mostly folklore and a to the speech and language ability of the actor of the day . even the comedic twist throughout the story and be never see in todays production and the production value for the era should be consider in video and cinematography class and again just a classic especially that it in black and white . i wonder why the american film institute doesn not research these old film and have tribute during award night and pick them via month of production or anniversary release date . a a matter of fact i think i will watch it today .