An unrepentant ladies' man gradually begins to understand the consequences of his lifestyle.An unrepentant ladies' man gradually begins to understand the consequences of his lifestyle.An unrepentant ladies' man gradually begins to understand the consequences of his lifestyle.
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- Director
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- Bill Naughton(screenplay)
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- Director
- Writer
- Bill Naughton(screenplay)
- Stars
- Nominated for 5 Oscars
- 8 wins & 22 nominations total
Videos1
Lewis Alexander
- Convalescent Home Resident
- (uncredited)
Del Baker
- Man in Pub
- (uncredited)
Ann Barrass
- Girl in Street
- (uncredited)
Roy Beck
- Pub Patron
- (uncredited)
Pauline Boty
- One of Alfie's Girlfriends
- (uncredited)
- Director
- Writer
- Bill Naughton(screenplay) (based on the play: "Alfie")
- All cast & crew
- See more cast details at IMDbPro
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- TriviaFor her few scenes with Sir Michael Caine, Shelley Winters couldn't understand his dialogue at all, due to his strong Cockney accent, and had to wait until her leading man stopped moving his lips before responding with her lines.
- GoofsWhen Alfie is in the doctors office and looks out of the window at the funeral, the window frame is of a different sort to the one we see of the interior.
- Quotes
[final words of the film]
Alfie: You know what? When I look back on my little life and the birds I've known, and think of all the things they've done for me and the little I've done for them, you'd think I've had the best of it along the line. But what have I got out of it? I've got a bob or two, some decent clothes, a car, I've got me health back and I ain't attached. But I ain't got me peace of mind - and if you ain't got that, you ain't got nothing. I dunno. It seems to me if they ain't got you one way they've got you another. So what's the answer? That's what I keep asking myself - what's it all about? Know what I mean?
- Crazy creditsAt the beginning of the film Michael Caine talks to camera and explains that there will be no opening credits.
- ConnectionsFeatured in Paramount Presents (1974)
- SoundtracksAlfie
Written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David
Arranged by Burt Bacharach
Performed by Cilla Black
Produced by George Martin and Burt Bacharach (uncredited)
(U.K. re-release)
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Rogue on the loose
Alfie Elkins, that irresistible roguish Cockney character, takes us into his confidence right at the start of this film, as he invites us, his audience, to follow him in this fantasy filled with sex that reflected a Mod society of London in the sixties. Alfie, by talking directly to the camera, seems to be performing asides a character would do in a play to emphasize a point. Some comments in here indicate they are an annoyance, but in fact, they enhance the charm of Alfie. He is a happy go lucky man who scores with all kinds of women, who find him, not only attractive, but hard to forget. Alfie is not bashful in telling us his sexual encounters with the women we get to meet.
Lewis Gilbert's 1966 film made an impact when it was released. Watching it in the DVD format, one can clearly see the film has been preserved well. It still has a crisp look and frankly, it doesn't have that "dated" look of other films of that period. Aside from some of those 60s hair styles, seen in some of the actresses, the film looks as though it was recently shot.
This is a film to relish Michael Caine in one of his best creations. As Alfie, he is never mean. He is a man who is only interested in satisfying the women he meets. This was Mr. Caine's break through film, which indicated, even then, his potential as the versatile actor one has always cherished.
The women in Alfie's life show a lot of different types. Shelley Winters is at her best with her take of Ruby, the wealthy American "bird" that loves her encounters with Alfie. Millicent Martin, seen briefly, makes a fun Siddie. Vivian Merchant is Lily, the married woman who strays when she can't resist Alfie's charms. Jane Asher as Annie is excellent. Julia Foster plays Gilda, the only one to give Alfie an heir. Eleonor Bron is seen briefly. Alfie Bass is the only actor who has any extended role in the film.
This is a film that reflects that sexual liberating era.
Lewis Gilbert's 1966 film made an impact when it was released. Watching it in the DVD format, one can clearly see the film has been preserved well. It still has a crisp look and frankly, it doesn't have that "dated" look of other films of that period. Aside from some of those 60s hair styles, seen in some of the actresses, the film looks as though it was recently shot.
This is a film to relish Michael Caine in one of his best creations. As Alfie, he is never mean. He is a man who is only interested in satisfying the women he meets. This was Mr. Caine's break through film, which indicated, even then, his potential as the versatile actor one has always cherished.
The women in Alfie's life show a lot of different types. Shelley Winters is at her best with her take of Ruby, the wealthy American "bird" that loves her encounters with Alfie. Millicent Martin, seen briefly, makes a fun Siddie. Vivian Merchant is Lily, the married woman who strays when she can't resist Alfie's charms. Jane Asher as Annie is excellent. Julia Foster plays Gilda, the only one to give Alfie an heir. Eleonor Bron is seen briefly. Alfie Bass is the only actor who has any extended role in the film.
This is a film that reflects that sexual liberating era.
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- jotix100
- Aug 9, 2005
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- Der Verführer läßt schön grüßen
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- $800,000 (estimated)
- Runtime1 hour 54 minutes
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- 2.35 : 1
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