It Can't Be!
It Can't Be!

It Can't Be!

1975Movie92 minRussian

The film includes three short stories based on the stories of Mikhail Zoshchenko: "Crime and Punishment", "Fun Adventure", and "Wedding Event" about the negative phenomena of the provincial life of the young country of the Soviets: stupidity, drunkenness, money-grubbing, lack of spirituality.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Paul HenreidGenres: Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A wealthy woman, presumed dead after a plane crash, returns home to find her husband has remarried. She then orchestrates a series of unsettling events to reclaim her life and expose a sinister plot. As she delves deeper, she uncovers betrayal and a conspiracy that threatens her very existence. The film builds suspense as she races against time to uncover the truth.

Critical Reception

This made-for-television film received a mixed reception. While praised for its intriguing premise and suspenseful moments, some critics found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audiences were generally engaged by the mystery, though some felt the resolution was predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful premise and effective atmosphere.
  • Criticized for a sometimes illogical plot progression and a predictable climax.
  • The performances, particularly from the lead, were noted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'It Can't Be!' is not widely documented. However, viewers who recall the film often mention enjoying the mystery element and the twists, though some found the storyline to be somewhat dated or unbelievable.

Fun Fact

The film was originally broadcast as an ABC Movie of the Week, a popular format for television films during the 1970s.

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