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Scent of Mystery

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An Englishman (Denholm Elliott) and a cabby (Peter Lorre) try to save an heiress from murder in Spain.

Critics Reviews

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Bosley Crowther New York Times Oct 26, 2010
2/5
As theatrical exhibitionism, it is gaudy, sprawling and full of sound. But as an attempt at a considerable motion picture it has to be classified as bunk. Go to Full Review Variety Staff Variety Oct 26, 2010
The picture -- with or without the smells -- is a fun picture, expertly directed by Jack Cardiff. Go to Full Review P.S. Harrison Harrison's Reports Jun 7, 2021
The numerous smells, including those of perfume, coffee, tobacco, and oranges... although a bit too strong, were convincing. In addition, the story can stand by itself. Go to Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews Jul 2, 2020
B
It stinks, but only from the perfume it releases in the theater. Go to Full Review TV Guide Oct 26, 2010
2.5/4
This beautifully photographed mystery/chase film takes its cast through the Spanish landscape, but the real star of the picture is "Smell-O-Vision." Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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j F @RT31612624 Aug 11, 2024 Spectacular scenery of Southern Spain and Granada, and unmatched art in the credits at the end. The story was ok, and a different Peter Lorre emerged as the driver. See more nick s @Nick_S Jun 1, 2024 The cinematography is awesome; the film stock comparable to modern movies in resolution. The sights and sounds of Spain were well exploited in the action scenes. The main two characters had a lot of charm. So too did many of the scenes, in particular the very British finale. I did find the story a little meandering. I wasn't a fan of the voiceover as I found it killed the intensity. Some of the ADR was a bit rough too. Overall an entertaining movie & a good attempt to do something a bit different. I wish I could have seen it in Smell o vision! See more linda b @Rosie3113 Apr 27, 2024 This movie has it all. Great cast, breathtaking cinematography, witty writing, comedy, romance, adventure, mystery plus a delightful surprise ending. I loved it. See more Aug 24, 2018 Not bad, a bit slow start yet it's good enough for a mystery from the 60's See more Dec 22, 2013 The picture -- with or without the smells -- is a fun picture, expertly directed by Jack Cardiff. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Jack Cardiff

Director

Denholm Elliott

Oliver Larker

Peter Lorre

Smiley

Beverly Bentley

The Decoy Sally

Paul Lukas

Baron Saradin

Liam Redmond

Johnny Gin
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Scent of Mystery

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Movie Info

Synopsis An Englishman (Denholm Elliott) and a cabby (Peter Lorre) try to save an heiress from murder in Spain.
Director
Jack Cardiff
Producer
Michael Todd Jr.
Screenwriter
William Roos
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Runtime
2h 5m
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