Paddy Chayefsky wrote screenplays — some original writing, some screen adaptations — for some of my favorite films, that I have already reviewed, e.g. Paint Your Wagon and The Americanization of Emily.

I offer this segment from another Chayefsky favorite, which I have not yet reviewed.

A true classic has lasting relevance.

Howard Beale’s short speech alone still qualifies this movie as a classic.

When I return to writing movie reviews, I will cover Network and recommend it highly.