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Friday, April 18, 2014

Embarrassing Moments in Cinematic History: Pat Buttram Edition


It's hard to fault a down on his luck Hollywood legend for taking a quick paycheck by starring in a quickie jiggle-Fest film. The film Angel's Revenge (or Angel's Brigade... Or Five From Heaven) had tons of them doing just that. With so many to choose from, we are certain to feature this film in future posts, but today let's focus on Pat Buttram.

Best known for his role in Green Acres, Pat's career was running on fumes (and Love Boat appearances) by the late 1970's. Obviously taking every role that came his way, Mr. Buttram appears in Angel's Revenge as a bumbling, unnamed car salesman who leers at the titular Angels who are young enough to be his granddaughters. He gets through his scene like a pro, however, easily out acting the young ladies who were obviously not chosen for their acting skills. Mr. Buttram would eventually have a career resurgence as a prolific voice actor.