Review of Bell, Book and Candle (1958) by Tom M — 07 Mar 2010
Inconsequential, yes, but lightly enjoyable and mildly subversive fun; a precursor to the sixties TV show, "Bewitched". Novak makes the film, with a performance that is touching and spookily alluring. Her Gillian Holroyd is caught between worlds; between a cosy independence and the uncertainties of human love. There is some excellent dialogue and neat visual design: fine lighting, all purples, blues, golds and reds.
Whilst the major stars Stewart and Lemmon coast through the film and it hardly compels in plot terms, this is a minor delight due to Kim Novak and James Wong Howe's cinematography.
This review of Bell, Book and Candle (1958) was written by Tom M on 07 Mar 2010.
Bell, Book and Candle has generally received positive reviews.
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