[DemforBush]

In the film, Fred MacMurray reveals his considerable acting skills which those who have seen him only on "My Three Sons" may not know.

Well said. I am of the opinion that MacMurray is/was one of the most under-rated actors of all time. He could play heavy drama (Caine Mutiny, Double Indemnity, The Apartment) just as easily as comedy (The Egg and I, etc.). Just an amazing talent.

Btw, interestingly (or not): When MacMurray agreed to do My Three Sons, it was with the stipulation that he would should an entire season's worth of scenes up front, rather than ep by ep. That way, he could return home to Florida for the rest of the year instead of staying in Hollywood. The rest of the scenes in each episode were shot later on the regular schedule.

[ConservativeStatement]

Double Indemnity is one of my favorites.

[DemforBush]

Speaking of Fred MacMurray and Christmas movies - Miracle of the Bells. It’s not a Christmas film per se, but it *is* about faith and the restoration of hope in the human heart. And in my book, that captures a lot of what it’s all about.

Here’s my favorite clip from the movie. Fair warning - it contains a *big time* spoiler if you’ve not seen the film before. I’m just posting it because MacMurray is so darn good in his part.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nQ-Kk6WBIo