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Gambit (1966) 7.0
An English cat burglar needs a Eurasian dancer's help to pull off the perfect heist, but even the most foolproof schemes have a way of backfiring. Director:Ronald Neame |
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Colonel Salim
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Cockney cat burglar Harry Dean needs Hong Kong dancer Nicole Chang's help to pull off the perfect heist. With a simple makeover and a new wardrobe; Nicole's resemblance to wealthy recluse Mr. Shahbandar's late wife is uncanny. While Shahbandar is distracted by the mesmerizing Nicole, Harry takes steps to swipe a priceless artifact from under the tycoon's nose. But even the most foolproof schemes have a way of backfiring... Written by L. Hamre
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Go ahead - tell the ending - it's too hilarious to keep secret - but please don't tell the beginning! See more »Certificate:
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7 January 1967 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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Four classic _"Star Trek" (1966)_ actors appear in this movie:- Roger C. Carmel as Ram/Harry Mudd from Star Trek: Mudd's Women and Star Trek: I, Mudd.
- John Abbott as Emile/Ayelborne from Star Trek: Errand of Mercy.
- Arnold Moss as Abdul/Kodos the Executioner from Star Trek: The Conscience of the King.
- Vic Tayback as Plainclothes Officer at TWA Counter/Krako from Star Trek: A Piece of the Action.
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When Nicole and Harry arrive at Dammuz and are about to be picked up by a limo, the shadows reveal that there is no aircraft, just the stairs. See more »Quotes
Nicole Chang: I'm sorry, Émile. It's for the best. I'm sure you can find something honest to do with all that old Mongolian clay.See more »
A brilliantly paced, gripping crime caper, the film has an interesting plot formula, and in general it is quite engaging stuff. Neame's vision of the film involves many close-ups and low camera angles, and this provides an enticing visual style. It is often amusing, with clever ideas, clever sets and wonderful costumes. MacLaine is also very good in an intriguing performance that involves her being silent for the first 25 minutes. So, what can one say against this film? It is a bit silly, a tad overlong, somewhat predictable, and not very deep, but as simple entertainment you cannot find many films better than this. I found it a joy to watch, and Neame's crafting as director can be admired too. It is a great film, even if not a masterpiece, although, for its genre, it could possibly be regarded as a masterpiece.