Larry Linville Tribute – The Comedic Genius of Major Frank Burns

Описание: First, I must apologize. This is my first new video in almost 20 years, and I am a little rusty. I forgot but the rules regarding text and how long things to be up. So, you may have to pause on some of the title cards.

This Larry Linville tribute celebrates the incredible range and comedic timing of the man who brought Major Frank Burns to life on M*A*S*H. While Frank Burns was the man we all loved to hate, Linville’s performance was nothing short of brilliant, balancing the character's "Ferret Face" antics with moments of genuine pathos and sharp-witted humor.

In this video, I’ve curated some of the most iconic moments from Season 4 and Season 5. Moments where Larry Linville was able to show off is underrated comedic timing and a range that went right up to chilling malevolence. Whether you're a lifelong M*A*S*H fan or discovering the 4077th for the first time, I hope you enjoy a few moments of the legacy of Larry Linville.


Video Highlights & Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

0:12- Major Burns vs. an end table. (Soldier of the Month)

0:38 - Frank gets witty and Margaret gets payback (Margaret's Engagement)

1:35 - Linville shows us the many faces of Frank Burns in less than a minute. (The Abduction of Margaret Houlihan)

2:24 - For a few seconds, Frank's menacing isn't so funny. (The Novocaine Mutiny)

3:06 - Linville turns Frank into a character that actually tugs at our heart strings as Frank says, "Bye Margaret." (Margaret's Marriage)

3:22 - A quick out with the last 6 seconds of the iconic closing music. (Suicide is Painless)

If you enjoyed this tribute, please like and subscribe! What was your favorite Frank Burns moment? There is no question I missed many great Bruns moments. Let me know in the comments!


Legal Stuff:
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