A Matter of WHO
A Matter of WHO

Movie spotlight

A Matter of WHO

1961
Movie
90 min
English

Health officials from the World Health Organization link a smallpox outbreak in Europe to oil drilling in the Middle East.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Don ChaffeyGenres: Comedy, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A bumbling British journalist, Lochinvar 'Locky' Higginson, is mistaken for a notorious international spy while on assignment in Hong Kong. He inadvertently gets entangled in a plot involving the theft of a deadly nerve gas formula. Higginson must navigate dangerous situations and eccentric characters, all while trying to prove his innocence and possibly save the world.

Critical Reception

A Matter of WHO is a charming, albeit somewhat lightweight, British spy comedy that benefits greatly from Terry-Thomas's comedic performance. While not a critical darling, it was generally seen as an entertaining diversion with a playful take on the espionage genre popular at the time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Terry-Thomas shines in his signature comedic role.

  • A lighthearted and amusing take on spy tropes.

  • Plot can be a bit convoluted but remains engaging.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a fun and diverting comedy, appreciating Terry-Thomas's comedic timing and the playful spy plot.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Hong Kong, providing a visually vibrant backdrop for the espionage antics.

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