Hebba, Putney Swope is the name of the protagonist, probably chosen because it sounds funny. Film came out, I believe, in 1969. Directed by Robert Downey, whose son, of course, is a notoriously trouble-prone US actor. Swope was heavily advertised on NY radio (and perhaps elsewhere) when it was released, which is amazing because it was such a wickedly subversive film!
"How do you like my demonstrators, Swope?" (US President to hero during tense stand-off)
And thanks for the greetings, all of you!
But the title of the film is "Swope"?
No, the title is "Putney Swope", which is also the character's name...
Thankyou D.
Who directed?
Director was Robert Downey (Sr.) and the film was released in 1969.
Stupid me.You´d already written who directed.I´ll try and find it.
Not to worry, Hebba. I'm happy to help. Good luck finding it!
Well I´ve finally found out what the film is about and it sounds fun.Strange how I´ve never heard of it before.
