The Glass Bottom Boat
The Glass Bottom Boat

The Glass Bottom Boat

1966Movie110 minEnglish

Bruce, the owner of an aerospace company, is infatuated with Jennifer and hires her to be his biographer so that he can be near her and win her affections. Is she actually a Russian spy trying to obtain aerospace secrets?

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes40%
Google Users75%
Director: Frank TashlinGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Jennifer Nelson, a "girl Friday" for a defense contractor, is unaware that her boss, Bruce Templeton, is actually a spy. When she believes he's having an affair, she tries to find out what he's up to, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings involving secret agents, espionage, and a malfunctioning atomic submarine.

Critical Reception

The Glass Bottom Boat was a moderate success at the box office and received mixed reviews from critics, who often found its spy-parody plot to be thin but praised Doris Day's energetic performance. It's generally considered a lighthearted, enjoyable comedy typical of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Doris Day's charming and energetic lead performance.
  • Criticized for a predictable and somewhat nonsensical spy-comedy plot.
  • Seen as a lightweight, diverting, and mostly harmless comedic effort.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an amusing and entertaining comedy, particularly enjoying Doris Day's comedic timing and the overall lighthearted tone. Some viewers noted that while not deeply profound, it served well as a fun distraction.

Fun Fact

Director Frank Tashlin, known for his work in comedy and his unique visual style, had previously been an animator and cartoonist, influencing his distinct cinematic approach.

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