The Blue-Eyed Bandit
The Blue-Eyed Bandit

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The Blue-Eyed Bandit

1980
Movie
96 min
Italian

An office employee, pretending to be weak and crippled, reveals himself as a ruthless criminal.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Richard LangGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

This television film follows a wealthy young woman who, after her father's suspicious death, becomes entangled in a complex web of deceit and intrigue. She must uncover the truth about his demise while navigating dangerous relationships and questioning who she can trust. As she delves deeper, she finds herself in peril from those who wish to keep the secrets buried.

Critical Reception

The Blue-Eyed Bandit was a made-for-television movie that received a mixed reception upon its release. Critics noted its suspenseful plot and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Morgan Fairchild. However, some found the storyline to be somewhat predictable and derivative of other crime dramas of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful elements and lead performance.

  • Criticized for a predictable narrative arc.

  • Considered a competent, albeit unoriginal, TV crime drama.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Blue-Eyed Bandit' is not readily available through aggregated Google user reviews. Therefore, a specific summary of audience likes or dislikes cannot be provided.

Fun Fact

The film was originally aired as a CBS television movie, a common format for showcasing dramas with potentially commercial appeal without a full theatrical release.

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