I like this series and for the most part was entertained by it. However, sometimes the writers went way overboard with their ideas of family values and the American Dream. Of course, if all people could follow the overall concepts of truth, honor, dignity, justice, patriotism, etc we would be living in a utopian world. But, as we all know, the real world is not Father Knows Best. This is why I think this episode, which starts off interesting enough, morphs into a soapy, overboard, preachy propaganda lesson in tradition. It's almost embarrassing watching Robert Young try his best, giving this speech. Far from great, but still entertaines.
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Touching And Timeless
atlasmb30 August 2021
This episode is an sample of why the series was so good. It presents the viewpoints of all the family members and,at the same time, emphasizes the holistic, family view of things. The fatherly advice is spot on, but not coercive. The quote from "Hamle" is perfect, demonstrating its timeless nature.
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