Anything for Money
Anything for Money

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Anything for Money

1967
Movie
81 min
English

Scheming Judy and her affable husband Jack move back east and shack up temporarily with her staid Aunt Edna. Edna's reclusive, auto-erotic roommate and business associate, Louise, takes an immediate dislike to them.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Tony RichardsonGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

In this British comedy, a struggling inventor attempts to create a revolutionary new product, hoping it will solve all his financial woes. However, his ambitious project quickly becomes entangled in a series of farcical mishaps and dangerous situations. He finds himself pursued by shady characters and must use his wits to stay one step ahead.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Anything for Money' received a mixed reception, with many critics praising its lighthearted tone and energetic performances, but some finding the plot predictable and the humor occasionally falling flat. Audiences generally enjoyed the film as a diverting comedic effort.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lively pacing and comedic performances.

  • Some found the plot formulaic and the jokes lacking originality.

  • A generally enjoyable, if not groundbreaking, comedy.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's charmingly chaotic nature and the entertaining efforts of its cast, though some found it to be a bit too silly at times.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel 'The Great Gold Prospector' by Peter Ustinov, who also had a small role in the film.

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