Charades
Charades

Movie spotlight

Charades

1977
Movie
55 min
English

An innocent game during an opulent weekend at a Scottish castle annoys the sinister housekeeper and causes several family skeletons to rattle in their cupboards.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Harry FalkGenres: Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, haunted by the murder of her parents and suffering from amnesia, returns to her childhood home. She soon finds herself embroiled in a dangerous game of deception and suspicion, as she tries to uncover the truth about her family's past and the secrets that surround them. As she delves deeper, she realizes that the killer might be closer than she ever imagined, and her own sanity is put to the test.

Critical Reception

Charades was a made-for-television film that garnered moderate attention upon its release. While it aimed for suspense, critical reception was mixed, with some praising its attempt at a complex mystery and others finding its plot convoluted and its execution lacking.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a twist-filled mystery but often feels predictable.

  • Performances are generally adequate, with William Shatner notable in a supporting role.

  • The pacing can be slow, and some plot points strain credibility.

Google audience: Audience reception for this made-for-TV movie is not widely documented or easily accessible.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended for theatrical release but was ultimately distributed as a made-for-television movie.

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