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Sam N Hitchcock’s final film is a lighthearted caper packed with his usual tricks—mistaken identities, double-crosses, and an elaborate chase. The story is interesting enough, but the whole thing feels oddly small-scale, like an extended Murder, She Wrote or Columbo episode. The 1970s colour saturation only adds to that made-for-TV aesthetic. While it’s entertaining in parts, it lacks the tension and sharpness of his best work, and you never feel thoroughly captivated. The performances are decent, and there are flashes of Hitchcock’s wit, but it never truly soars. A curious farewell but not a particularly grand one. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 03/21/25 Full Review CodyZamboni Z Clever script, lots of double entendres, Mostly entertaining. Unfortunately, there's a few goofy characters who are annoying, The production looks cheap , with dated 70's fashions and sensibilities, A far cry from the usual Hitchcock elegant productions. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 08/31/24 Full Review Audience Member Loved it. A fun caper. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/17/24 Full Review Manon P I'm a fan of Hitchcock's Rear Window and his tv series so I was keen to see this lesser known film. But I just thought there was too much going on plotwise to care what happened to such unlikeable characters. I did enjoy Torn Curtain with Paul Newman and the Man who knew too Much with James Stewart and Doris Day. Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 01/02/24 Full Review Tony S A more light-hearted Hitchcock film that has a very intriguing pace. Essentially, it's a tug of war between two couples who have no idea what the other's true agenda is (or that either even exists), resulting in drastic measures being taken and the entire story collapsing on itself. The actors do a tremendous job, even if the comedic dialogue and scenes take away from many of the scenes. It is one thing that Blanche and George basically communicate through sexual innuendos. It becomes endearing as the film progresses, juxtaposing the couple's lack of awareness of the mess they've dragged themselves into. But when the same slapstick is present during what is supposed to be a tense descent in a car without breaks, it really doesn't help. I understand that this is exactly what he was going for. However, it feels forced and genuinely unfunny, especially when contrasted with the macabre fact that the key point of the story is a kid burning his parents alive. At the very least, it distinguishes the couple, as Fran and Arthur have CIA-level skills and equipment. They should be stealing government secrets, not diamonds with their abilities. It is also evident that trying to shoot in the studio really left a giant scar on the movie. The chroma key just doesn't stand the test of time, sometimes in the scenes where it was really unnecessary, like Arthur's jewelry store. The soundtrack is great and the ending is so cheeky, but with hindsight, it could've been so much more. Apparently, Hitchcock considered showing up himself on the stairs and winking at the audience, but because he didn't think it was his last movie, he turned the idea down. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 05/25/22 Full Review Audience Member Fun Hitchcock. Bruce Dern is the glue that holds this thing together. A set piece or two away from being something really solid. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/15/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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