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The Seven Year Itch
1955 105 min United States of America 16+
★7.3
Comedy, Romance
Director: Billy Wilder
🎭 Based on
«The Seven Year Itch»
byGeorge Axelrod
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Description
When his family goes away for summer vacation, a hitherto faithful publishing executive with an overactive imagination is tempted by an attractive new neighbor.
Budget:
$1.8M
Worldwide:
$12M
Starring
Marilyn Monroe
Actor
Tom Ewell
Actor
Evelyn Keyes
Actor
Awards
Golden Globe 1956
— Best Actor (Comedy or Musical)
BAFTA 1956
— Best International Actress
Key opinion
The Seven Year Itch is widely regarded as a charming and lighthearted classic of 1950s comedy, anchored by Marilyn Monroe's iconic screen presence. While some critics find the plot predictable or minor compared to Wilder's later work, most audiences appreciate its witty exploration of marital temptation and its enduring historical significance.
| Acting | Marilyn Monroe delivers a magnetic and archetypal performance that serves as the film's undeniable visual and emotional center. | |
| Culture | The iconic scene featuring Monroe’s billowing white dress has secured a permanent place in cinema history. | |
| Acting | Tom Ewell’s portrayal of the neurotically imaginative protagonist provides a balanced, humorous foil to Monroe’s uninhibited character. | |
| Direction | Billy Wilder’s direction successfully translates the theatrical Broadway source material into a witty and lighthearted romantic comedy. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay divides viewers; some find it a clever and timeless exploration of temptation, while others perceive it as a simple or slightly dull sex comedy. | |
| Originality | Opinions on the overall quality of the film vary; some celebrate it as an essential retro comedy, whereas others consider it a minor entry in Wilder’s filmography. |