The Crooked Hearts

Name: The Crooked Hearts
Director: Jay Sandrich
Genre: Crime, Comedy, TV Movie
Released: 1972-01-01
Duration: 74 min
Cast: Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Rosalind Russell, Ross Martin, Michael Murphy, Kent Smith

1972Dir. Jay Sandrich1h 14m

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The Crooked Hearts is a curious blend of comedy and crime that kind of plays with the notion of love and deception in a very light-hearted way. Rosalind Russell brings this charm to a widow who’s not just looking for love, but also a quick financial fix. The pacing has this delightful rhythm, mixing tension with humor, especially when her plans start to unravel in unexpected ways. You don't see these kinds of quirky schemes often in TV movies of the era. Douglas Fairbanks Jr. holds his own as the bachelor, and their chemistry is, well, quite interesting. It's a notable entry in their careers, especially since it was the last for Russell. Just a fascinating snapshot of 70s television cinema, really.

Rosalind Russell's last film role.Douglas Fairbanks Jr.'s TV-movie debut.Explores themes of love and deception.