@celeste_writes
A patient, formally daring work — the cinematography lingers on empty rooms longer than most audiences will tolerate, but those who stay are rewarded with the most haunting final act of the year.
In this film based on a Neil Simon play, newlyweds Corie, a free spirit, and Paul Bratter, an uptight lawyer, share a sixth-floor apartment in Greenwich Village. Soon after their marriage, Corie tries to find a companion for mother, Ethel, who is now alone, and sets up Ethel with neighbor Victor. Inappropriate behavior on a double date causes conflict, and the young couple considers divorce.
Quick Stats
7.1
TMDB Rating
618
Votes
1h 46m
Runtime
$2.0M
Budget
$30.0M
Box Office
1500%
Return
Key Crew
DirectorGene Saks
WriterNeil Simon
CinematographyJoseph LaShelle
ComposerHarold Lewis
EditorWilliam A. Lyon
Production DesignHal Pereira
Produced by
Nancy Enterprises Inc. (I)Paramount PicturesHal Wallis Productions
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Critics & Reviews
3 featured@jhalberg
I walked in expecting another genre exercise and walked out feeling like I'd been eavesdropping on a confession. The lead performance is genuinely singular — a career-defining turn.
@priya_a
A few too many scenes feel borrowed from a better film, but the soundtrack and the production design carry the rest. Solid recommendation for fans of slow-burn European thrillers.
Cast
Robert Redford
Paul Bratter
Jane Fonda
Corie Bratter
Charles Boyer
Victor Velasco
Mildred Natwick
Ethel Banks
Herb Edelman
Harry Pepper
Mabel Albertson
Harriet
Fritz Feld
Restaurant Proprietor
J
James Stone
Delivery Man
Ted Hartley
Frank
Doris Roberts
Hotel Maid (uncredited)
Billie Bird
Drunken Neighbor (uncredited)
Paul E. Burns
Bum in Park (uncredited)
B
Bill Derringer
Store Clerk (uncredited)
J
John Indrisano
Policeman with Drunk (uncredited)
