February 9, 2007

Foul Play (1978)
Director: Colin Higgins
Writer: Colin Higgins
Starring: Goldie Hawn and Chevy Chase
Co-Starring: Burgess Meredith and Rachel Roberts
Description: When, unbeknownst to Gloria, a microfilm cassette is left with her by a dying agent, she becomes entangled in a complicated series of events. She's pursued by a dwarf and an albino, and becomes convinced that they are out to kill her. Finally, with the help of San Francisco detective Tony Carlson, she begins to turn the tables on her pursuers. It becomes clear that the nerfarious crew after her are plotting a dastardly deed indeed - to assassinate the Pope as he visits the city to see The Mikado. Gloria and Tony must race against time to prevent this terrible crime.
Rating: C
In one word... pointless.