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Evil under the Sun

Evil under the Sun (1981)

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Peter Ustinov makes his second appearance as Belgian detective Hercule Poirot in this adaptation of the popular Agatha Christie mystery. When noted stage star Arlena Marshall (Diana Rigg) is found murdered while visiting a posh island resort, Poirot is called upon to find the culprit, but given Marshall's shrewish personality and propensity for making enemies, the question isn't "Who wanted to see her dead?" but "Who didn't?" The suspects include Rex Brewster (Roddy McDowall), a writer penning a

PG, 1 hr. 42 min.

Drama, Action & Adventure, Television, Art House & International, Mystery & Suspense

Anthony Shaffer, Agatha Christie

Feb 27, 2001

Universal Pictures

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Evil Under the Sun is a nifty screen adaptation of a 1940 Agatha Christie novel.

February 4, 2004 Full Review Source: Spirituality and Practice | Comment
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
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A star is murdered on an island resort. Poirot is called to investigate the many suspects. Good plot. Great cast.

August 20, 2011
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Candy Rose

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Fun Christie, great cast, beautiful location.Diana Rigg and Maggie Smith make great sparring partners.

April 4, 2007
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