Rough Cut

A jewel thief plans to steal a valuable diamond necklace, but gets entangled with an insurance investigator who suspects him. He then concocts a scheme to frame his own boss for the crime, hoping to get away with the loot and a pretty woman who has become involved.

Rough Cut received a mixed reception from critics, with many praising the performances of Burt Reynolds and Lesley Ann Warren, and the film's comedic elements, while others found the plot convoluted and the humor to be hit-or-miss.

• Burt Reynolds and Lesley Ann Warren's chemistry is a highlight.
• The film suffers from a predictable and overly complicated plot.
• Humor ranges from sharp to slapstick, with varying success.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film entertaining, appreciating the star power of Burt Reynolds and the lighthearted crime caper. Some viewers noted that while enjoyable, it wasn't particularly memorable or innovative.

The film was originally intended to be directed by Blake Edwards, who left the project before production began.