"The Good Samaritan" is a story about Private Marsini (superbly played by Tom Simcox) who refuses to leave Sergeant Saunders alone after a solid steel 12 inch water main pipe falls across his legs pinning him to a steel grating beneath.
Tom Simcox played his role to the hilt in this excellent dramatic episode. From the beginning sequence where he's at odds with The Sarge, to the middle sequence where he's fiercely loyal to him, to the ending sequence where he's in agony, Tom shows the viewing audience what great acting is all about. I'd nominate him for an Emmy for this role. In addition, Vic Morrow returned the great dramatic efforts in this memorable ending sequence.
Shirl Hendryx wrote a fine script and was very fortunate to have Tom Simcox cast in the Private Marsini role. It's a beautiful transition watching Saunders go from cold, unemotional "just following orders" to complete absolute, empathetic respect and compassion for Marsini.
As usual, Director McEveety did a fine job with all of the combat scenes, especially late in the episode when King 2 is advancing. Camera angles in conjunction with the sun backdrop were outstanding; scenes were painfully realistic.
I wish they'd create a "Best of the Combat Guest Star" DVD. "The Good Samaritan" would easily be on it. All in all a very moving and heartfelt story.