The beat generation, huh! One reason this does not stand the test of time is the archaic sounding slang. I know slang is a part of every generation, so why does it sound so silly here? The thing is that they use this in everyday discourse, not just when they're trying to be part of the gang. For some reason old Wayne Rogers wants to murder these people, not just be intolerant of them. So he is psychotic. It's as simple as that and it destroys any effect his actions have.
Review of The Big Kick
