The Curse of the Jade Scorpion

Name: The Curse of the Jade Scorpion
Director: Woody Allen
Genre: Comedy, Crime, Romance
Released: 2001-01-01
Duration: 103 min
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Dan Aykroyd, Helen Hunt, Woody Allen, Charlize Theron, David Ogden Stiers

2001Dir. Woody Allen1h 43m

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Runtime1h 43m

Released2001

Budget$33M

Box office$18.9M

DirectorWoody Allen

About This Movie

The Curse of the Jade Scorpion is a quirky blend of crime and romance wrapped in Woody Allen's trademark wit. Set in the 1940s, it brings together the charming but cynical CW Briggs, played by Allen himself, and the sharp-witted Betty Ann Fitzgerald, portrayed by Helen Hunt. Their initial antagonism evolves in amusing ways, especially with the backdrop of hypnotism. The film's pacing has a leisurely feel, matching its era, while the production design and costumes really evoke that vintage vibe. It's not a straightforward narrative; there's a playful cat-and-mouse dynamic, and some clever twists—typical of Allen's storytelling. The performances carry a lot of the film’s charm, with great chemistry between the leads amidst the comedic chaos.

Unique blend of crime and romanceFun 1940s aestheticGreat chemistry between leads