Colin Higgins (1) (1941–1988)

A morbid, rich teenager falls in love with a crazy old lady.

Re-watching it for the first time in several years, I started off annoyed at how self-absorbed Maude is (not annoyed that the character's written that way, mind you, but annoyed with Maude personally - the character's too entertaining to want her to be different). But as little hints of her life are dropped here and there, I came around to understanding her a little, and seeing the events of the film in a different perspective - as show more the conclusion to a long, tragic story.

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

Enjoyment: A

GPA: 3.3/4

(Dec. 2011) show less

I laughed so hard throughout the movie that I was grateful for the book's existence so I could read what I missed - and the book is just as funny! Maude Chardin is one of the greatest characters ever invented - her take on life (and death) is a treasure to behold. Although the premise might put some potential readers off, don't let it! Absolutely one of my all-time "keeper" books (and, admittedly, DVDs)!

2024 movie #194. 1978. A young woman (Hawn) accidentally gets involved in an assassination plot. A bumbling police detective (Chase) is assigned to protect her and love ensues. Pretty funny romcom-mystery. Some of the gags went on a bit too long but overall an enjoyable movie.

Three women accidentally attack their boss.

2/4 (Indifferent).

I don't get it. Is it a comedy with no jokes? Is it suspense that doesn't take itself seriously? And why doesn't the ending resolve anything?