The Doo Dah Man

Thoughtful story, told in understated fashion, with strong performances from two very likeable lead characters. Gently satisfying.

The casting for this film was really good whereby a hard bitten ex con meets a naïve fellow traveller, with both characters running away from their past. The story develops with a delightful twist at the end. A very enjoyable ride!

The road movie has been re-invented may times but the Doo Dah Man is something different. Not seeking to shcok or surprise, this film gently builds the accidental relationship between two travellers with a generational difference. Both esacping something, they uneasily discover and devlop friendship and human care along the journey. The story draws you in calmly and carefully leads you to a compelling need for an outcome for both of them individually, and for their relationship. A most enjoyable and tenderly protrayed story.

I found this road trip movie held my interest all the way and the main actors gave fine performances. The cinematography and editing was easy on the eye. Will recommend to my friends.

Such a lovely movie and the fact that it's based on a true story heightens the appeal. Well written, produced and directed. The movie is engaging and I felt drawn to both Smitty and Jake's stories.