Blind Date
A man goes blind when remembering his lost girlfriend, but the doctors can't find anything wrong with his eyes. They fit him with an experimental device which allows him to see with the aid of a computer interface and brain electrodes. Meanwhile, a taxi driver is taking young women up to their apartments, giving them gas, and performing a little fatal amateur surgery on them. Their paths inevitably converge, and the blind man must try to stop the psychopath.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy, high-powered lawyer is framed for the murder of a business associate. With the help of a sharp and determined defense attorney, he must race against time to prove his innocence. The investigation uncovers a complex web of corporate espionage and betrayal, leading them through a series of dangerous encounters.
Critical Reception
Blind Date received mixed reviews from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its humor hit-or-miss. While some praised Bruce Willis's comedic performance and Kim Basinger's charm, others felt the film lacked the sharp wit of Edwards's previous works. It was a moderate box office success.
What Reviewers Say
- Bruce Willis delivers a charismatic performance that somewhat elevates the material.
- The comedic elements are often forced, leading to a less successful outing for director Blake Edwards.
- The plot is overly complicated and detracts from any potential enjoyment.
Google audience: Audiences found the film to be an entertaining but somewhat predictable comedy, with many enjoying the chemistry between the leads but criticizing the weak plot.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended for the actor Dennis Quaid before Bruce Willis was cast.
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