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Crimes and Perfumes
Eddy is the detective of a general store. His girl is Barbara who works in the same store. Barbara receives a gift, a bottle of scent, and later she dies burned. Police detective Turoni begins to investigate and Eddy, wanting to revenge Barbara, does the same. Another girl, Porzia, is murdered in the same way and Eddy finds out that the motive of the crimes dates back some fifteen years.
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Plot Summary
An eccentric millionaire, Julian Thorne, decides to fake his own death to escape his problems and start a new life. However, his elaborate plan quickly spirals out of control when a real detective begins investigating his disappearance, and Thorne finds himself entangled in a series of bizarre and dangerous situations.
Critical Reception
Crimes and Perfumes received a mixed reception from critics, with many praising Anthony Quinn's performance but finding the plot convoluted and lacking comedic punch. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the quirky premise while others found it underwhelming.
What Reviewers Say
Anthony Quinn delivers a memorable performance as the eccentric millionaire.
The film's plot is ambitious but ultimately unfocused and struggles to balance its comedic and crime elements.
While visually interesting, the pacing and narrative coherence leave much to be desired.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Crimes and Perfumes are sparse, but those available indicate a general sentiment of mild entertainment mixed with disappointment over the film's unfulfilled potential.
Fun Fact
The film was originally conceived as a vehicle for a more serious dramatic actor before Anthony Quinn was cast, significantly altering the tone.
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