Review of The Pink Panther (1963) by Daniel K — 05 Nov 2009
3: I'm sure I don't find it as funny as most from the era would, but I imagine part of the problem is that I'm not experiencing the film while surrounded by a laughing audience. This is one of pictures I imagine would have been particularly well-suited to viewing in the theaters upon its initial release.
It is still a classic comedy, but I'm not head over heels in love with it as I'm sure some are. It reminds of various films from the era, including Charade, To Catch a Thief, How to Steal a Million, early Bond films, etc.
The comedy reminds one of Keaton, Laurel and hardy, etc as well. In other words, it's an interesting mix of ideas, all connected by a general desire to be funny. Sellers is great, as are Niven and Wagner.
I've never been a huge fan of Cardinale outside of 8 1/2, but Capucine is spectacularly beautiful and perfect for her role. I couldn't figure out what I recognized her from while watching the picture, but it must be Fellini's Satyricon.
The woman that sings and dances seductively in the musical set piece is entirely alluring and irresistible as well. It isn't exactly my style of film, but the pacing is solid, the plot is entertaining, the jokes are worthy, and it's just mad-cap enough to keep anyone's attention throughout.
This review of The Pink Panther (1963) was written by Daniel K on 05 Nov 2009.
The Pink Panther has generally received positive reviews.
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