Directed by:
Elaine MayScreenplay:
Elaine MayCinematography:
Gayne RescherCast:
Walter Matthau, Elaine May, Jack Weston, George Rose, James Coco, Doris Roberts, Renée Taylor, Graham Jarvis, William Redfield, Mildred Clinton, John O'Leary (more)Plots(1)
The great Walter Matthau stars as Henry, a once-rich playboy who has obliviously spent his entire inheritance. Desperate to marry into further financial support, he meets Henrietta (Elaine May), a shy, awkward, though independently wealthy botany professor. What follows is a giddy tale of dubious legal advice, ruthless skulduggery and ferns. (Eureka Entertainment)
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Walter Matthau isn't typically one of my favorite actors, but I have to hand it to him for his portrayal of laid-back crooks, especially in the role of Henry Graham. Surprisingly, the plot of the film exceeded my expectations for a romantic comedy. Perhaps it's because the romance wasn't overplayed, and the main character's sudden change in motivation didn't feel forced or unbelievable. Henry turned out to be a multifaceted character, showcasing talents beyond what one might expect from a lavish spender, occasional Ferrari driver, and polo player. He proved himself as an organizer, accountant, cook, and self-taught toxicologist, which earned my admiration. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the film, but I was left somewhat disappointed by the abrupt ending, which I felt could have been better developed. / Lesson learned: You simply can't do without basic pesticides.
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