MR. WALKIE TALKIE

Cinemavixion Review

Fred Guiol's "Mr. Walkie Talkie" offers a charming glimpse into the world of G.I. trainees with a comedic bent. The film hinges on the dynamic between Joe Sawyer, portraying an exasperated sergeant, and William Tracy, who plays a trainee possessing an almost photographic auditory memory. Their chemistry is the engine driving the narrative, propelling them through a series of misadventures that include a surprising reassignment to Korea, an encounter with an enemy spy, and the tantalizing prospect of a Medal of Honor for Sawyer—provided he can maintain his composure. While the premise might lean towards the whimsical, the performances of Sawyer and Tracy ground the story, making their comedic struggles and eventual triumphs engaging. It's a lighthearted romp that showcases the camaraderie and absurdities often found within military comedies of the era.