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10
1979 122 min United States of America R 18+
★6.7
Comedy, Romance
Director: Blake Edwards
Trailers
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Teaser
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Description
A Hollywood songwriter goes through a mid-life crisis and becomes infatuated with a sexy blonde newlywed.
Budget:
$7M
US Gross:
$74.87M
Worldwide:
$107M
Starring
Dudley Moore
Actor
Bo Derek
Actor
Julie Andrews
Actor
Awards
Golden Globe 1980
— Best Actor (Comedy or Musical)
Academy Awards 1980
— Best Original Song
Golden Globe 1980
— Best Picture (Comedy or Musical)
Academy Awards 1980
— Best Original Score
Golden Globe 1980
— Best Actress (Comedy or Musical)
Golden Globe 1980
— Best Original Score
Golden Globe 1980
— Breakthrough of the Year
Key opinion
10 is viewed as a distinct mid-life crisis comedy that balances superficial humor with underlying existential concerns about aging. While its narrative follows conventional genre tropes, it is elevated by its rich aesthetic presentation and a standout comedic performance from its lead.
| Acting | Dudley Moore delivers a standout comedic performance that anchors the film and provides its most effective humor. | |
| Production | The production design offers a visually exquisite experience, utilizing luxury interiors, coastal settings, and a high-end aesthetic. | |
| Theme | Blake Edwards successfully weaves serious themes of emotional choice and the fear of aging into what appears to be a conventional comedy. | |
| Originality | Some viewers find the film to be a generic entry in the mid-life crisis genre, while others appreciate its deeper philosophical inquiry. | |
| Pacing | The film experiences a slow start, but the momentum and quality of the humor improve significantly as the story progresses. |