Now this film is far from perfect, but for some reason I found myself totally engaged in it, and really enjoyed it. The whole premise is ridiculous beyond belief, and the attitudes shown in this film will amuse some and horrify others, a 'woman' in Scotland Yard may have been an oddity back in 1940, but it helps serve as a reminder that luckily times have changed.
Death by vacuum cleaner is one of the most ludicrous things anyone could possibly have dreamed up, ludicrous, but entertaining. Mary Clare is utterly delightful in the role of Mrs Pym, the characters are big and well drawn, particularly Miss Bell, who is beautifully played by the wonderful Irene Handl.
The courtroom scene featuring the maid giving evidence is comedy gold, ridiculously funny, and there are chuckles throughout the remainder of the film.
Don't take it too seriously and you'll love every minute.
7/10.
Death by vacuum cleaner is one of the most ludicrous things anyone could possibly have dreamed up, ludicrous, but entertaining. Mary Clare is utterly delightful in the role of Mrs Pym, the characters are big and well drawn, particularly Miss Bell, who is beautifully played by the wonderful Irene Handl.
The courtroom scene featuring the maid giving evidence is comedy gold, ridiculously funny, and there are chuckles throughout the remainder of the film.
Don't take it too seriously and you'll love every minute.
7/10.