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Elaine May wrote and directed (credits May attempted to have removed after the studio made extensive cuts in the film) this dark and funny comedy about marriage, murder, and money. May also stars as Henrietta, a shy and clumsy wallflower, who is also heir to a large pile of money. Indigent playboy Graham (Walter Matthau), who has squandered his inherited trust fund and needs to get a new source of money, begins to ply his affections upon Henrietta. When his butler (George Rose) recommends that
Mar 11, 1971 Wide
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Very funny in patches.
Blessed with a perpetual craggy hangdog, Matthau is May's perfect comic foil.
Why have I not heard of this movie before?! Walther Matthau was great as a scheming playboy & I only just found out here that Elaine May directed & starred.A VERY good movie & a great ending.I loved it
October 15, 2010Super Reviewer
Wonderful comedy, with a near perfect pairing of Walter Matthau and Elaine May. Great writing and fine direction guide this film at a quick pace. Many amusing situations. Unique.
May 13, 2006
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