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Foul Play (1978), Director: Collin Higgins, rated PG

It's a highly dangerous comedy!!

Film ClipStarring: Goldie Hawn, Chevy Chase, Burgess Meredith, Brian Dennehy, Dudley Moore, Rachel Roberts, Eugene Roche, William Frankfather

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★★☆☆ - great

"That's right, honey. You've attacked... an innocent dwarf." - Lt. Tony Carlson

Why watch this? I can watch Chevy and Goldie all day.

Plot Summary: Gloria Mundy is a mild-mannered librarian who becomes embroiled in a murder plot after picking up a hitchhiker. She finds herself pursued by mysterious figures and a seemingly clueless police detective. As the situation escalates, the two must uncover the truth behind the conspiracy before it's too late.

Dad's Preview: Chevy Chase and Goldie Hawn made two films together, the other being Seems Like Old Times (1980). Both are wonderful, light comedies that feature their enjoyable chemistry. This film centers on: a girl being wrongfully pursued, an amorous detective, an albino assassin, a dwarf, a different guy called "The Dwarf" and a friendly pervert. It's a hilarious who-done-it romp with ton of laughs. The scene where a limo is temporarily hijacked is one of the funniest ever!


Edward K. Millkis, Thomas L. Miller; Paramount Pictures

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