i saw this movie on late night tv out of buffalo about 30 year ago and i be die to see it again one more time before i. well . you know . the interaction between the main character after the tiger ( eli wallach ) capture his prey ( anne jackson ) in a botched kidnapping attempt be absolutely hilarious . charles nelson reilly portrayal of a neurotic university dean ( . ) or department head be priceless . how many film can you name which be able to illuminate humanity struggle for meaning and fulfillment by make you laugh from begin to end . this film remind u that we be all in that same struggle regardless of class and race and sex or religion . and who can forget the scene of the suburban homeowner on his hand and knee attack those few tiny weed that have dare to appear overnight on his perfectly manicure lawn .