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THIS MOVIE WAS AMAZING

posted 14 years ago by Wendy88
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I have no idea why it wasn't successful! It had a wonderfully witty and funny screenplay, Natalie Wood was hilarious and charming in the lead role and carried it perfectly, not to mention the myriad of fantastic supporting players! That song was also instantly catchy and the music added a whimsical romantic touch to the whole picture. It's upsetting knowing how Wood felt about it, she really had sublime comic timing. And all her clothes and disguises were amazing; such a colourful charmer of a film. One of my new favourites.

I was shocked to discover the film received no awards (not even a Golden Laurel/Globe nomination for Wood for crying out loud!) In my opinion, it deserved Oscar nominations for:

Best Screenplay
Best Actress (Wood)
*** Best Supporting Actor (Bannen) ***
Best Supporting Actress (Kedrova)
Best Cinematography
*** Best Costume Design ***
Best Art Direction / Set Design
Best Score
*** Best Original Song ("Penelope") ***

"I was going to stab her in the back but I was afraid the cakeknife wasn't sharp enough..."
That was such a well-delivered line. Classic.

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[–] mikwalen 14 years ago

I loved it too! And it's NOT on dvd!

My favorite was (in her narration) "At times Like this, I always try to think of something clever to say" and then out loud, simply -
"Well....time to cut the cake!"

Very simple, but she made it so funny!

"I was NEVER in the chorus!!!!" (Vera Charles)

[–] vpilutis 12 years ago

It was on TCM yesterday the wife and I liked (not loved)it very much.
A 2nd time for Peter Falk and MS Wood (The Great Race being the other film)

I have to say it was a bit too much how she got away with the crime as it just wouldn't be up to the bank as the others would surly sue. Whats more the police
could charge her with lying to the police, holding back information etc.

After all is said and done however it WAS just a fantasy.

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[–] MsELLERYqueen2 12 years ago

I'm watching it now, first time ever. It is definitely a fun and creative movie. I have no idea how it did in the box office.

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Jim Hutton: talented gorgeous hot hunk; adorable as ElleryQueen; SEXIEST ACTOR EVER

[–] FabinhoDantasFlappers 8 years ago

Completely agree. This movie is awesome! It's creative, original and awfully funny. A gem that deserves more recognition.

[–] jdforyou1983 (1469) 3 years ago

I watched it today and I absolutely loved it