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That Man From Rio – 1964 de Broca
- It’s Belmondo’s take on James Bond (there were a ton of imitators from the early 60’s on) and he’s quite brilliant here. He’s absolutely charming and has the physicality and athleticism of more of a Daniel Craig type bond
- Belmondo is smirking through virtually every line and chase
- Wipe edits keep it light and breezy- the film is entertaining and goes by quicker than the 112 minute running time would indicate
- One great exchange and example of Belmondo’s skill is that a little boy shines his shoes for him and since Belmondo is broke he returns the favor, comically, and shines the boy’s shoes and the kid loves it- it could be a silent scene
- Adolfo Celi is here and would play and very good Bond villain the following year in thunderball
- It’s also a travelogue in both Paris and Rio
- Not near the top 10 of 1964 but still in the archives
- Recommend
Drake2017-03-13T15:28:53+00:00
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