There's a very funny gag at the beginning of this romantic spy comedy where a mailbox label marked 007 is turned over to reveal a very important detail about the world's greatest secret agent. The very handsome Dirk Bogarde plays an out-of-work Englishmen who is sent to an agency run by the very droll Robert Morley and is sent to Czechoslovakia on business where of course, he is suddenly thrust into the world of espionage. of course, he has no idea that he's actually there is a spy, and morally keeps making a funny details to keep him pulled into thinking that he's just there to deliver some general information. While there, he becomes enamored of his beautiful driver (Sylvia Koscina) home it is obvious from the get-go is a secret agent herself. By the time Bogarde realizes that he's in way over his head, it is too late. Quickly realizing that his life is desperately in danger, Bogarde must sink quickly as to how to get out of this mess.
Featuring great Czech locales (set in Prague), this film is filled with intrigue, romance and light comedy that will keep the viewer enthralled from beginning to end. In addition to Morley, there's also Leo McKern, and even the extras get a chance to be noticed. One particular example of that is the maid in Bogarde's hotel who views him suspiciously after greeting him when he leaves his room. Koscina is a charming actress and Cher has great chemistry with Bogarde. this could have easily been played with tongue in cheek, and while there are some wink-wink moments towards the audience, it is never blatant, and that makes the comedy all the more subtle.
Featuring great Czech locales (set in Prague), this film is filled with intrigue, romance and light comedy that will keep the viewer enthralled from beginning to end. In addition to Morley, there's also Leo McKern, and even the extras get a chance to be noticed. One particular example of that is the maid in Bogarde's hotel who views him suspiciously after greeting him when he leaves his room. Koscina is a charming actress and Cher has great chemistry with Bogarde. this could have easily been played with tongue in cheek, and while there are some wink-wink moments towards the audience, it is never blatant, and that makes the comedy all the more subtle.