It’s insane that this isn’t (at least) available on Blu-ray. I love the mansion; it’s a third character. It also has the playfulness of Clue (1985), but is much more sophisticated.
This is a very aptly summary. I watched this film also as a child together with my father for the first time. It is one of the best films that I've ever seen and I never forgot it. Two great actors and a perfect plot.
it is a brilliant film. Even though there are just two characters the dialogue, plot, ideas about class, privilege and love etc are so interesting and make the play so absorbing. the house and all the toys also add to the claustrophobic effect and the fact that they are playing a game with each other. I saw the remake and wasn't keen. I have never seen such a great two handed film ever as good as this. both actors are brilliant. very good review.
The house in Knives Out HAD to have been inspired by the mansion in this movie. And the owner of the house being a successful mystery writer? Can't be coincidence, must be homage.
Great film, based on a great play! (Anthony Shaffer wrote both.) I saw the play on Broadway twice (with different casts), then the film. I was thrilled to see Lord Olivier in a magnificent movie comeback, after battling major illnesses. Michael Caine was a perfect match. In fact, both received Oscar nominations for Best Actor; but Marlon Brando took the prize for “The Godfather.” The 1997 remake proves that big names are no guarantee of quality. Harold Pinter wrote the “script,” and Kenneth Branagh directed. The result is total crap!
Help us solve a mystery. Who sang the three Cole Porter songs? There are threads that go back over 20 years trying to figure it out. I first became interested because I thought I would enjoy the movies soundtrack. Came to realize no one has been able to divulge who performed the songs in the movie. Lots of speculation, but its still unknown. Btw; it is not divulged in the credits, so….
It’s insane that this isn’t (at least) available on Blu-ray. I love the mansion; it’s a third character. It also has the playfulness of Clue (1985), but is much more sophisticated.
This is a very aptly summary. I watched this film also as a child together with my father for the first time. It is one of the best films that I've ever seen and I never forgot it. Two great actors and a perfect plot.
0:29 Interesting how that cue mark was there.
it is a brilliant film. Even though there are just two characters the dialogue, plot, ideas about class, privilege and love etc are so interesting and make the play so absorbing. the house and all the toys also add to the claustrophobic effect and the fact that they are playing a game with each other. I saw the remake and wasn't keen. I have never seen such a great two handed film ever as good as this. both actors are brilliant. very good review.
The house in Knives Out HAD to have been inspired by the mansion in this movie. And the owner of the house being a successful mystery writer? Can't be coincidence, must be homage.
When i saw Knives out in the cinemas, i was so happy when i saw all the similar shots and animatronics. This film is not forgotten :D
@@lillymsf5946 Me too, I got so happy in the theater!
The house is athelhampton house in Dorset...
Great film, based on a great play! (Anthony Shaffer wrote both.) I saw the play on Broadway twice (with different casts), then the film.
I was thrilled to see Lord Olivier in a magnificent movie comeback, after battling major illnesses. Michael Caine was a perfect match. In fact, both received Oscar nominations for Best Actor; but Marlon Brando took the prize for “The Godfather.”
The 1997 remake proves that big names are no guarantee of quality. Harold Pinter wrote the “script,” and Kenneth Branagh directed. The result is total crap!
Great review and good spot on the morrisey lyric
Help us solve a mystery. Who sang the three Cole Porter songs? There are threads that go back over 20 years trying to figure it out. I first became interested because I thought I would enjoy the movies soundtrack. Came to realize no one has been able to divulge who performed the songs in the movie. Lots of speculation, but its still unknown. Btw; it is not divulged in the credits, so….
That's interesring
Everyone's looking dude - honestly there's a whole chat room dedicated to ppl trying to find these songs. No luck yet i'm afraid :/
Thank you for reviewing this brilliant film.
Classic film.
You forgot it’s only two actors because the performance makes it feel like a full cast
Wonderful film and a wonderful review - cheers *
Thank you
Excellent movie