The story is good but not amazing, it's the performance which raises this into excellence. Hitch's direction (the credits & opening scene an example, both effective & hilarious) is not flashy, but far more substantive than meets a casual eye. The characters are fairly one-dimensional but all four leading actors render them lovable, believable, and so enjoyable to watch. Prime example: Kelly transforms her character, a stereotype at worst, into a character study for humanizing a self-centred youth as they gain humility and communal sensibility. The remaining cast is above average as well.

There are numerous asides doubling as commentary on actor's personal lives, amusing for those who catch them. ( )

Star power galore in enjoyable film about ex-thief trying to find out who is committing a series of copycat crimes. But it is the French Riviera that really steals the show. There isn't a whole lot of depth to the plot, but the surface elements do shine. ( )

2021 movie #160. 1955. Grant is an ex-jewel thief trying to find someone using his old MO before the cops arrest him. Great chemistry with Kelly. Mix in great story and locale, and stirred by Hitchcock makes a very enjoyable film. ( )

A reformed cat burglar's methods are imitated.

Concept: C
Story: C
Characters: C
Dialog: C
Pacing: C
Cinematography: B
Special effects/design: B
Acting: B
Music: C

Enjoyment: C plus

GPA: 2.3/4 ( )