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Call Me Daddy
A lonely middle-aged businessman blackmails a typist into spending the weekend at his large house in the country. She expects the worst, but he concentrates on something she doesn't expect - making her fall in love with him.
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Plot Summary
A glamorous but ruthless socialite becomes entangled in a dangerous criminal underworld when she attempts to extort money from a wealthy businessman. As she delves deeper into the illicit activities, she finds herself caught between warring factions and pursued by both the police and dangerous criminals. Her calculated schemes soon spiral out of control, leading to a violent confrontation where survival is the only objective.
Critical Reception
Call Me Daddy was a modest success, noted for its stylish direction and performances, particularly from Honor Blackman. While not a critical darling, it was appreciated for its gritty crime narrative and effective suspense, earning a reputation as a solid, if somewhat overlooked, thriller of its era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its stylish direction and suspenseful plot.
Honor Blackman's performance was highlighted as a strong point.
Considered a well-crafted, albeit somewhat typical, crime thriller.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but general sentiment suggests appreciation for its crime genre elements and period feel.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'The Dirty Game' before being changed to 'Call Me Daddy' for its release.
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