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Charade
1963 113 min United Kingdom, United States of America 18+
★8.4
Comedy, Mystery, Romance
Director: Stanley Donen
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Description
After Regina Lampert falls for the dashing Peter Joshua on a skiing holiday in the French Alps, she discovers upon her return to Paris that her husband has been murdered. Soon, she and Peter are giving chase to three of her late husband's World War II cronies, Tex, Scobie and Gideon, who are after a quarter of a million dollars the quartet stole while behind enemy lines.
Budget:
$4M
Worldwide:
$13.48M
Starring
Cary Grant
Actor
Audrey Hepburn
Actor
Walter Matthau
Actor
Awards
BAFTA 1965
— Best British Actress
BAFTA 1965
— Best International Actor
Golden Globe 1964
— Best Actress (Comedy or Musical)
BAFTA 1965
— Best British Actress
Golden Globe 1964
— Best Actor (Comedy or Musical)
Key opinion
Charade is widely celebrated as a stylish, witty, and atmospheric romantic thriller that masterfully balances suspense with sophisticated humor. Critics and audiences alike praise the iconic chemistry between Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant, whose performances anchor the film's complex, twist-filled narrative.
| Acting | Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant deliver legendary performances that define the film's charm and romantic tension. | |
| Score | Henry Mancini’s iconic score and the atmospheric Parisian production design create a lasting, immersive aesthetic. | |
| Originality | The film succeeds in blending mystery, romance, and comedy into a cohesive, highly influential genre hybrid. | |
| Direction | Stanley Donen’s direction maintains a stylish, Hitchcockian flair that keeps the audience engaged through various plot twists. | |
| Pacing | The pacing divides viewers: some find the contemplative, character-focused rhythm essential for building connection, while others find the genre-blending narrative occasionally uneven or predictable. |