Billion Dollar Brain is an excellent film, and one you seldom hear about, with the likes of Alfie and The Italian Job (the right version) hogging all the attention given to Michael Cain's 60s output.
A lot of people i know can't stand this film, say it's too quirky and jokey, but i have to say that that's part of the charm. Yes, the scene in the middle with the Latvians mucking about in the snow is rather annoying, but what is your fast-forward button for? Like a previous comment poster, I couldn't believe this was a Ken Russell film, but it just goes to show that he's a cut above the average film director, being able to do straight films as well as the more challenging or edgy stuff.
So, it's now out on DVD (in the UK) along with a lot of other Michael Cain flicks, and I'd heartily recommend this one if you fancy a light, fast-paced spy romp or are interested in early computers!
A lot of people i know can't stand this film, say it's too quirky and jokey, but i have to say that that's part of the charm. Yes, the scene in the middle with the Latvians mucking about in the snow is rather annoying, but what is your fast-forward button for? Like a previous comment poster, I couldn't believe this was a Ken Russell film, but it just goes to show that he's a cut above the average film director, being able to do straight films as well as the more challenging or edgy stuff.
So, it's now out on DVD (in the UK) along with a lot of other Michael Cain flicks, and I'd heartily recommend this one if you fancy a light, fast-paced spy romp or are interested in early computers!