IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Google Users66%
Director: Arthur Hiller•Genres: Comedy, Action
A blind man and a deaf man team up to clear their names after they are framed for murder. Wally and Dave, who are visually and hearing impaired respectively, become the prime suspects when a gold coin is stolen and a murder occurs in their presence. They must evade the police and the real criminals to uncover the truth and prove their innocence.
See No Evil, Hear No Evil was met with mixed to negative reviews from critics, though it found a moderate audience. While the chemistry between stars Richard Pryor and Gene Wilder was often cited as a highlight, many critics found the plot predictable and the humor to be less effective than in their previous collaborations.
The film relies heavily on the comedic talents of its lead actors, Richard Pryor and Gene Wilder.
Despite the stars' efforts, the plot is often seen as contrived and the jokes fall flat for many.
The portrayal of disability in the film received some criticism for relying on stereotypes.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the performances of Richard Pryor and Gene Wilder, finding their on-screen dynamic entertaining. However, many felt the film's premise was weak and the humor didn't consistently land, leading to a somewhat disappointing experience for some.
Richard Pryor, who played the blind character, was actually diagnosed with multiple sclerosis during the filming of this movie, though he kept his diagnosis private at the time.
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