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The entire sixth season of the satirical US television series (and spin-off from Robert Altman's 1970 film), which depicts the crazy antics and the sexual adventures of Captain 'Hawkeye' Pierce (Alan Alda), Captain 'Trapper' John McIntyre (Wayne Rogers), Major 'Hotlips' Houlihan (Loretta Swit), Major Frank Burns (Larry Linville) and Corporal 'Radar' O'Reilly (Gary Burghoff). They all work in a Mobile Army Surgical Hospital during the Korean War and the black humour of the medical team is contrasted with the terrible waste of life that they are exposed to. Episodes are: 'Fade Out, Fade In', 'Fallen Idol', 'Last Laugh', 'War of Nerves', 'The Winchester Tapes', 'The Light That Failed', 'In Love and War', 'Change Day', 'Images', 'The M*A*S*H Olympics', 'The Grim Reaper', 'Comrades in Arms (Part 1)', 'Comrades in Arms (Part 2)', 'The Merchant of Korea', 'The Smell of Music', 'Patient 4077', 'Tea and Empathy', 'Your Hit Parade', 'What's Up, Doc?', 'Mail Call Three', 'Temporary Duty', 'Potter's Retirement', 'Dr. Winchester and Mr. Hyde' and 'Major Toppo'.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Paul
Format:DVD
Season 6 is a turning point in the whole M*A*S*H story. Episode 1 (Fade In, Fade Out) sees the departure of the lily-livered Frank Burns and the introduction of the aristocratic Charles Emerson Winchester III as his replacement.
Larry Linville (Burns) was not the only one to leave the series at this point; Executive Producer Gene Reynolds also left after the production of Season 5, with Burt Metcalfe and Alan Alda (Hawkeye Pierce) taking over the production responsibilities.
The tone of the show has now subtly changed with Alda and Metcalfe in charge; there is far more drama and a serious take on the issues portrayed in this season's episodes. One episode which really stands out is episode 2 (Fallen Idol) and I'll defy anyone whose watched seasons 1 to 5 so far not to have a lump in their throat or to even be in tears after watching this particular episode. Hawkeye gives what I think is one of his most dramatic and thought provoking tirades of the whole 11 seasons especially when you consider who it's actually directed at. I won't spoil it for you, but I do recommend that you watch it.
There are some lighter moments though and even moments of tenderness such as episodes 12 & 13 (Comrades in Arms) where Hawkeye and Margaret find themselves in a strange place and in each other's arms; kissing!!
All in all, an excellent series as always and thoroughly recommended if you're a fan of the comings and goings of the 4077th M*A*S*H.
Larry Linville (Burns) was not the only one to leave the series at this point; Executive Producer Gene Reynolds also left after the production of Season 5, with Burt Metcalfe and Alan Alda (Hawkeye Pierce) taking over the production responsibilities.
The tone of the show has now subtly changed with Alda and Metcalfe in charge; there is far more drama and a serious take on the issues portrayed in this season's episodes. One episode which really stands out is episode 2 (Fallen Idol) and I'll defy anyone whose watched seasons 1 to 5 so far not to have a lump in their throat or to even be in tears after watching this particular episode. Hawkeye gives what I think is one of his most dramatic and thought provoking tirades of the whole 11 seasons especially when you consider who it's actually directed at. I won't spoil it for you, but I do recommend that you watch it.
There are some lighter moments though and even moments of tenderness such as episodes 12 & 13 (Comrades in Arms) where Hawkeye and Margaret find themselves in a strange place and in each other's arms; kissing!!
All in all, an excellent series as always and thoroughly recommended if you're a fan of the comings and goings of the 4077th M*A*S*H.
16 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Well, Season 6 is upon us, and M*A*S*H just keeps getting better. I'm too young to remember this from the first time round, so I blame my father for my love.
This season sees Frank leave, and the arrival of Charles Emerson Winchester, a suitable replacement for Frank. He immediately gets on everyone's nerves, including General Potter's.
Klinger's still up to his old tricks, and the series still packs a lot of laughs. If you liked the first 5 seasons, why not carry on the collection!
This season sees Frank leave, and the arrival of Charles Emerson Winchester, a suitable replacement for Frank. He immediately gets on everyone's nerves, including General Potter's.
Klinger's still up to his old tricks, and the series still packs a lot of laughs. If you liked the first 5 seasons, why not carry on the collection!
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By E. Dyson
Format:DVD
Season Six says goodbye to one of the main characters, and introduces a new opponent for Hawkeye and BJ in the form of a cultured and educated surgeon. This forms a new type of sparring, where culture and breeding are pitted against wit and experience - and Season Six allows us some of Hawkeyes' best laid plans yet... (keep an eye out for a not totally surprising romantic entanglement)...
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Great, Good humour, excellent reproduction. Best of all it completes my set. Purchased as used, plays like new, playing surface unmarked
Published 4 days ago by Phill Winton
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Adding to my collection.
I cannot get enough of Hawkeye & the gang. They make me laugh & they make me cry. The Mash dvd's are excellent & I highly recommend them.
Published 8 months ago by Tinkly Tania
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Christmas Present
This was a Christmas present for a family member so unfortunately i cant leave proper feedback apart from the fact it was well received.
Published 16 months ago by Miss Annoyed
4.0 out of 5 stars
Who can fault M*A*S*H?
M*A*S*H is wonderful, I'm sure you know that. We watched it as a family when I was younger, and now I'm older I understand a lot more of the jokes! Read more
Published 22 months ago by Kimberley Lawson
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MASH SEASON SIX
WHAT CAN ANYONE SAY???? BUT I HAVE TO CARRY ON COLLECTING,
STILL GOT FIVE MORE TO GET... AND WILL IN THE VERY NEAR FUTURE...
STILL GOT FIVE MORE TO GET... AND WILL IN THE VERY NEAR FUTURE...
Published on 28 Jan 2011 by Ann
5.0 out of 5 stars
Timeless, intelligent, meaningful comedy of life.
Fairwell Frank Burns, and good riddens! We don't meet Frank at all, but during the first episode 'Fade in, Fade out' we receive reports of Frank's drunken 'break down' in Tokyo,... Read more
Published on 30 Sep 2010 by Fred Mardlin
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