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Two for the Seesaw (1962)

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Average Rating: 5.2/10
Reviews Counted: 5
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Release Date: Nov 24, 1962 Wide

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Based on the two-character play by William Gibson, Two for the Seesaw was unnecessarily expanded for the film version. Robert Mitchum plays an Omaha businessman, newly arrived in New York. Though unhappily married, Mitchum is averse to asking for a divorce. This state of affairs gets dicey when Mitchum falls in love with Bronx-born professional dancer Shirley MacLaine. Once he does get a divorce, Mitchum, nervous about making any new commitments, fails to tell MacLaine. Though they remain fond

Unrated, 1 hr. 59 min.

Drama, Romance, Classics, Comedy

Directed By: Robert Wise

Written By: Isobel Lennart

In Theaters: Nov 24, 1962 Wide

On DVD: Nov 1, 1992

Cast

Robert Mitchum
Jerry Ryan
Shirley MacLaine
Gittel Mosca
Edmon Ryan
Taubman
Elisabeth Fraser
Sophie
Eddie Firestone
Oscar
Billy Gray
Mr. Jacoby
Vic Lundin
Beat Singer
Colin Campbell
Mike Enserro

Critic Reviews for Two for the Seesaw

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Two for the Seesaw is, quite frankly, one for the cinematic dustbin.

December 26, 2009 Full Review Source: Film Freak Central

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Bill Chambers

Film Freak Central

OK drama featuring Mitchum and MacLaine, who work somewhat oddly well together.

March 14, 2009 Comment

Steve Crum

Video-Reviewmaster.com

Stage-bound and too talky.

January 16, 2007 Full Review Source: Ozus' World Movie Reviews

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Dennis Schwartz

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Strong performances from the leads, although Shirley's accent is reminiscent of Anne Bancroft who originated the role on Broadway and might have seemed more at home in the part. Well directed by Wise but if interpersonal dramas aren't your thing-steer clear of this.

November 18, 2010

jay nixon

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The first thing I have to say is that this film looks amazing, the crisp B & W photography is gorgeous from the first frame until the credits roll, and both Mitchum and MacLaine are fun to watch in their roles.His uptight laconic routine plays nicely against her whimsical free spirit, even as they spend the film

November 23, 2011