Dutch painter Jan-Van Rooyer hurries to keep a rendezvous with Jacqueline Cousteau, an elegant, sophisticated Frenchwoman, slightly his elder, whose relationship with him had turned from art student into one of love trysts. He arrives and is confronted by Detective Police Inspector Morgan who accuses him of having murdered Jacqueline. Morgan listens sceptically to the dazed denials of Van Rooyer as he tells the story of his relationship with the murdered woman. Morgan, after hearing the story, realizes that the mystery has deepened, and it becomes more complicated when the Assistant Commissioner, Sir Brian Lewis, explains that Jacqueline was not married but was being kept by Sir Howard Fenton, a high-ranking diplomat whose names must be kept out of the case.
A British detective is called to investigate a young woman's apparent suicide in Paris. As he delves deeper into her life, he uncovers a complex web of deceit, affairs, and potential murder, questioning whether she was a victim or a manipulator. The investigation leads him into a dangerous underworld where he must confront his own biases and the elusive truth.
Blind Date (also known as 'The Intimate Terror' and 'Chance Meeting') received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with many critics praising its suspenseful atmosphere and stylish direction. However, some found its plot convoluted and its resolution unsatisfying. Over time, it has gained a reputation as an underrated gem of the thriller genre.
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The film was shot in both Paris and London, with locations in each city adding to its international suspense.
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