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Pete 'n' Tillie (1972)
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11 June 1973 (Denmark) moreAwards:
Nominated for 2 Oscars. Another 1 win & 4 nominations moreUser Comments:
Wise cracks galore in tragi-comedy moreCast
(Complete credited cast) | Walter Matthau | ... | Pete |
 | Carol Burnett | ... | Tillie |
 | Geraldine Page | ... | Gertrude |
 | Barry Nelson | ... | Burt |
 | Rene Auberjonois | ... | Jimmy Twitchell (as René Auberjonois) |
| Lee Montgomery | ... | Robbie (as Lee H. Montgomery) |
| Henry Jones | ... | Mr. Tucker |
| Kent Smith | ... | Father Keating |
| Philip Bourneuf | ... | Dr. Willet |
| Whit Bissell | ... | Minister |
| Timothy Blake | ... | Lucy Lund |
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Mono (Westrex Recording System)Fun Stuff
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Factual errors: The song Strangers In The Night, first recorded in 1966, is heard on a jukebox in a scene set several years earlier. moreFAQ
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Carol Burnett and Walter Matthau are middle aged singles at one of socialite Geraldine Paige's famous "parties". Seemingly inexperienced Burnett is unsure whether the wise-cracking and somewhat "obviously interested" Matthau is the real deal. Eventually they hit it off, get married, and have a son, whom they both adore. Time passes, Burnett learns that Matthau freely shares his sexual talents with other women, which he does not attempt to hide. When their school age son is diagnosed with a terminal illness, Burnett breaks down. The couple separates, all friends and acquaintances suggest Burnett get a divorce.
The ending may be somewhat predictable, but it's a much needed "up" from the depressing 20 minutes preceding it. The brief interlude with Burnett and Paige in a "cat fight" is another welcomed distraction from compounding dramatic scenes. Matthau's constant witty remarks become an expected staple, although he does show emotion about the loss of his son.
This is definitely an "adult film", although rated PG. Many issues about urban life and society in general are tackled. Pre-teens would certainly be confused and unable to make sense of some of the plot. Fans of the leads will enjoy this film