Perry Mason: The Case of the Reckless Romeo
Sleazy talk show host Ted Mayne writes a tell-all book, which enrages and embarrasses several very prominent women. One of them, actress Roxanne Shield, loses her composure during an interview and winds up making a televised death threat. Of course, when Ted is murdered, she is arrested. Witnesses claim they saw Roxanne outside his apartment that night and police later find the murder weapon in her car. Renowned defence attorney Perry Mason accepts the challenge of defending her in court.
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Plot Summary
Perry Mason takes on the defense of a young woman accused of murdering her husband. The victim, a wealthy, aging gambler, was found dead in his home, and his wife is the prime suspect. As Mason delves into the case, he uncovers a complex web of deceit involving insurance fraud, hidden relationships, and a string of suspicious characters.
Critical Reception
As part of the long-running Perry Mason TV movie series, 'The Case of the Reckless Romeo' was generally seen as a solid entry that continued the franchise's tradition of intricate plots and the reliable courtroom performances of Raymond Burr. While not groundbreaking, it offered a satisfying mystery for fans of the character and the genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Offers a familiar and comforting courtroom drama experience.
- Raymond Burr remains a commanding presence as the titular lawyer.
- The mystery is sufficiently complex, though sometimes predictable for the series.
Google audience: Audience reception for this specific Perry Mason movie is not widely documented on Google. However, general sentiment for the TV movie series indicates appreciation for the consistent formula and the lead actor's performance.
Fun Fact
This was one of the later Perry Mason TV movies, filmed when Raymond Burr was in his eighties, and Barbara Hale reprised her role as Della Street, his long-time secretary, a character she originated in the original 1950s television series.
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