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old fashioned 'Who Done It'

Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2019

It's pretty silly that the press made an issue of his age in this movie. He was in marvelous shape and looked just fine with Audrey Hepburn even being her senior by quite a lot. I thought they had good chemistry. They say the ridicule he took as to his age on this movie lead to his retirement from movies. That was a travesty. As for the movie it was a good "Who done it". You truly suspect EVERYONE at some point in the movie and usually several times. At about 16 minutes before the movie is over, you are sure of the answer but it was fun guessing until then. No nudity, no profanity, no sex scenes as seems to be in all movies today. It is refreshing to not feel dirty and guilty after watching a movie, which may be why some of the old movies are the best. TIP: if you are watching on Amazon Prime DO NOT look at the cast names and descriptions to the left as it gives away the twists and ending! Save that until after the movie is over.

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Warren T.D.

Worst Hitchcock movie ever?

Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2020

I watched "It Takes a Thief" just before this movie. Same director, Carey Grant stars. "It Takes a Thief" plays well even now. Grace Kelly is a strong woman who is on an equal footing with Cary Grant. Strong, smart. The plot has the right pacing, nothing overdone. The cinematography is exquisite. By comparison, this movie is a disaster. Gads, Hepburn's character is so lame by comparison to Kelly's. The woman would sell her soul to Grant if he smiled sideways at her. I'm not a feminist type but this was too much for me to stomach. Gag. Other characters like George Kennedy's, ugh. What a waste of a good actor. Finally, the plot is contrived. Too many silly pseudo-dramatic scenes that go on and on. The final stage scene is ridiculous. There is no stage that is designed that way, it's preposterous. They should have taken away the screenwriter's artistic license. Finally, I don't know how a director like Hitchcock could make Paris seem so unappealing.

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chancellor1

Enjoyable romantic-comedy, murder-mystery

Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2021

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I bought the Blu-ray edition of this movie so that I can watch it in HD instead of the lower fidelity that is shown for free on some of the video-on-demand channels. I was not disappointed. The movie looked and sounded much better as expected and is one that I am glad to own. About the movie, it is a romantic-comedy, murder-mystery that pairs Cary Grant with Audrey Hepburn. There is good chemistry between the stars and a good script that make it an enjoyable movie. Audrey is funny and charming and makes heavy use of her frightened, wide-eyed look. Part of the humor and mystery is that Cary Grant’s character always seems to have a different name and identity so she can't tell if he is a friend or foe. In addition to Grant and Hepburn, there are other stars in this movie including James Coburn, George Kennedy and Walter Matthau.

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A comedy and love story with Grant & Hepburn in the middle of a mystery tale

Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2020

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A French train goes by and a dead body is thrown out. That’s the start of Charade which featured Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn. The story is part comedy part murder mystery part romance set in Paris.

The dead body turns out to be the Hepburn’s husband. Before he died he sold off all their possessions without telling her as she was on vacation. That’s the mystery part as it turns out the husband was not who the wife thought. The comedy comes from the repartee between Grant and Hepburn, and that leads to the romance as well.

Hepburn and Grant really turn on the charm. The mystery is really the heart of the plot however. Every few scenes Grant reveals he’s got another name while Hepburn finds out more and more details about what her husband was up to and how Grant is involved. It all adds up to a great mix.
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Quiet Knight

"Charade" Revealed On Blu-ray

Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2020

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Universal Studios released this 1963 lighthearted thriller starring Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn on Blu-ray, a fine HD upgrade from the previous DVD, this disc contains the theatrical trailer and two "100 Years Of Universal" featurettes. Entertaining film set in Paris, France features both legendary stars in the latter part of their film careers.

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Roger Yepsen

Trite, clunky Hollywood fare

Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2021

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There isn't a scene that holds together, with corny dialog, poor sight gags, limp running jokes, and a romance that has zero credibility, much less heat. The voices are clumsily dubbed, making it seem like a foreign flick released for an English-speaking audience. None of the subtlety, timing, humor, or suspense of, say, The Lady Vanishes (1939), which was filmed on a small sound stage, with obvious back projection, but nevertheless succeeds spectacularly. This one is a waste of talent, of the twenty minutes I spent on it.

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kindlemom1 (My Guilty Obsession Blog)

Still a classic!

Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2020

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We adore this movie so it was about time that we purchased it. Still one of my favorites from these actors! Can't recommend it enough for any lover of mysteries, the classics or someone who just wants a really good movie that will keep you entertained the whole way through. They really don't make them like this anymore, which is a shame.

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Doctor John

PQ is a bit better than Criterion's

Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2013

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For Blu-ray PQ fanatics only:

I owned three previous editions of this movie (two SD and the Criterion BD released in 2010). I've never encountered a case where a Criterion BD edition has been surpassed, but that appears to be true here. Only Picture Quality fanatics would be concerned about this; but if you're one, my subjective assessment is that Universal has managed to squeeze a bit more color and information out of their own release. The film itself is just not capable of being digitally massaged much more, IMHO. It has quite a few "soft" scenes that we just have to live with.

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Johnny D

Cary Grant at his best !

Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2012

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Because there are so many different versions of this film available, and Amazon does not differentiate the reviews - it should be known that I purchased the Criterion Collection version of "Charade".

If you're going to add this film to your collection - and why wouldn't you - do yourself a favor and spend the extra money, but be sure to buy the Criterion Collection version of the film. The transfer to DVD is beautiful, taken from an original 35mm print - unlike some of the cheap versions of this DVD that are out there. The sound has been re-mastered and engineered, bringing it to a crisp, perfect audio.

And then there is the film itself ... WOW ! Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn - it doesn't get better than that. This film is often referred to as the best Hitchcock film that Hitchcock didn't make, and it is true. Producer/Director Stanley Donnen creates a level of intrigue and suspense that is purely Hitchcockian.

If you love these old classic films, do yourself a favor and buy this one. But, make sure to get The Criterion Collection version. It really is worth it to spend the few extra dollars.

Enjoy !

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Rosebud

Great Film but Lousy Picture Quality

Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2020

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Charade is a great film and is as close to a Hitchcock film as you're going to get without it being directed by Hitchcock (excluding Brian De Palma's oeuvre). Cary Grant, as always, is amazing as are all the supporting actors including James Coburn, Walter Matthau, etc. (I was never a big Audrey Hepburn fan but she is very good here), and the film is solidly directed by the great Stanley Donen. Unfortunately, this particular blu-ray showcases a lousy transfer with a picture that is generally poorly detailed with muted colors. If you are big fan of the film, I would suggest you hold out for the Criterion version which I am sure would have to have better picture quality (and of course, more extras).

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Fine film

Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2019

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This would be an outstanding film but for a couple of flaws. First, Cary Grant is a bit long in the tooth for this film. Second, the plot is marred by repetition and some distractions. Some aspects of the film that are slapstick in nature do not add much to the story. Overall, an excellent cast of characters that could work much better if the plot and scenarios were better done.

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Hyacinth

A rare classic that deserves its reputation

Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2018

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Although I remembered loving this film, I wasn't sure if it would hold up to a modern viewing, but for the most part, it does. Yes, there are times when the script gets a bit talky, and the chemistry between stars feels a little forced.But the plot is excellent.The dialog sizzles. Hepburn's doe-eyed charm is timeless, her Givenchy outfits are everything the 1960s should have been, and the authentic Paris setting is deliciously glamorous. Watch it on the biggest screen you've got and immerse yourself in mid-century glam.

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