Sleuth (1972) - A Film You Need to See
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I saw Sleuth on television when I was about 16 in the early 80s and was blown away. I have always wanted to see it again. I did see the remake, but it was a disappointment. Strange that the original is so hard to find. Sleuth reminds me a lot of one of my favorite Hitchcock-movies, Dial M for Murder, which is also criminally underrated
In an interview conducted in the early 80's Joe Mankiewicz, more or less, stated that he never felt he could surpass this film hence his retirement from films after he completed Sleuth.
I don't blame him!
I saw SLEUTH when it came out in 1972 (I was 9) and I loved it. I still love it. It's a true class with fantastic performances by Olivier and Caine.
I saw the movie in 1975 in Mallorca. So naturally it has Spanish subtitles. I will refrain from giving any of it away but I was at the edge of my seat. The performances were unparalleled. I lost count of how many times I’ve seen it but I can tell you this: I can recite every word without looking at a libretto. My all time favorite movie.
One of my favorites. A superb film in every way.
Nice article but please don't waste 88 min of your life on the unwatchable abomination that was the 2007 remake.
The 1972 original is in my top 3 ( along with Leaving Las Vegas and Glengarry Glen Ross ) and I'd love a chance to see the original stage play by Anthony Shaffer.
John Smith You're clearly my kind of guy. Sleuth (1972) and Glengarry Glen Ross are among my absolute favourite films of all time. The reboot of 2007 wasn't without some interest but it was anaemic in comparison to the original. I was lucky enough to see the stage play in the early 90s and it was fine but the sheer star power of the movie was impossible to match. It turned out I went to a wedding reception where the movie was filmed but, sadly, didn't know this important fact at the time. I'd have gone crazy, snooping around looking for traces of the film if I'd known.
I saw the play in Toronto in the mid '80s (I think) with Patrick Macnee in the role of Andrew Wyke. The movie with Caine and Olivier is better. lol
@@kitharley6159 All I can remember was the commercial spot for that play. Did it take place on King Street? Theater district?
@@rogercormier5610 I think it was at the Pantages. Long time ago.
Saw this as a 14 year old and never forgot it. My all time number 1. I have three copies of it. The film version, the dvd and the blue Ray. Could never be bettered.
The writer of 2019's "Knives Out" admired this movie so much they used many of the game props from this film to dress the sets of their film.
That’s right! I loved Knives Out. Eager to to see more if he ends up doing a series of them.
@@AlexHaitz "Last of Sheila" (1973) is another film many people today are unaware of. Another film that demands multiple viewing even after you know whodunnit. Also one of director Edgar Wright's favorite films (he's had other people he's worked with watch the film to get a feel of his movie making).
I knew Tony Shaffer the playwright very well back in the day. He used to tell me so many anecdotes about the making of this movie.
It's amazing how much can be done with just two actors and one house
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I’m very fortunate to live near an actual video store (and an impeccably stocked and curated one at that) and I actually stumbled across the Sleuth DVD (Anchor Bay) while browsing the British 60’s/70’s section. Olivier, Caine, Mankiewicz, 1972… I was pretty shocked I hadn’t heard of it before. Then I saw it had an 8,0 on IMDB and was even more incredulous; I rented it immediately and without deliberation. What a treat… I was floored by the mansion setting, set design (Pinewood Studios I believe), dialogue/script, and tour de force acting from these two giants going head to head. It’s a crime this isn’t in print and available on Blu-ray (at least). Seems like something Kino Lorber Studio Classics would be all over. I’d even expect Criterion to restore and release this back when they consistently put out amazing titles (they’ve really been hit and miss the last few years). Anchor Bay was such an amazing DVD label and there’s several titles they released in the early 00s that still haven’t been upgraded to Blu-ray (Pin, I’ll Never Forget What’s’isname, etc.). Hopefully one of those labels gets wise.
This movie came out the same year as Godfather and the two lead actors had to compete with Marlon Brando for the Oscar. My question is: Why isn't Sleuth half as well-known as Godfather? Why?
@Tia Aaron - This is a dialogue driven movie with two actors, which means "Pay Attention To All You Hear". I remember the Oscar ceremony that year and Sleuth was in the running, but I guess it was just too genteel for the sex & violence crowd. I saw it on HBO in the '70's and every time I saw it scheduled in the years after. I won't watch the remake. A clip from it turned me away.
doesn't have blood, guts and violence (well, not overtly) Never overestimate the taste of the public at large! Subtlety and finesse are never given their due.
I love this film.
I watched this film when I was a teenager. Now I am an old-timer. From the beginning Sleuth trapped me in a cobweb forever.
The movie never received the recognition it deserved, for pure acting it's hard to beat.
Just finished watching this film, I'm blown away. Seen it quite a few times on IMDb on the recommended -section but never bothered with it, glad I saw your video.
I actually checked the IMDb page before I watched the movie and noticed something that relates to the link you have in the description but still the movie fooled me lmao, was an amazing experience.
The arrogant malice of Olivier's Wyke is absolutely intriguing. Fantastic performance.
I first saw this film in the early 80's and immediately fell in love with it. My mother loved it too andcas l'd recorded it (purely by chance) we'd often re-watch it twice! So l've probably seen this film at least 50 times and can recite the whole script from memory. It's in my top 5 and could well be my number 1 favourite and it's right up there with 12 Angry Men (1957). I was disappointed with Caine agreeing to do an awful remake. Olivier provides the laugh for Jolly Jack Tar and the portrait of Margueritte is Paul Newman's wife! The movie should have received all the Oscars that year except for Best Actress. The script, directing and music is spot on and Caine has never been better thanks to Olivier raising the bar!
I remember seeing this listed in tv guide 25 years ago. it was on an obscure channel at 3 am. I'd never heard of it. but I was always a huge Michael Caine fan and I always liked Olivier, although now I Love Him! So I waited til 3 turned on the movie and from the opening theme until the end, I Was Entraced!! PERFECT!! Caine and Olivier were both nominated for Best Actor! and I believe this was Joseph L. Mankiewicz last movie he directed!! A Wonderful, Full Bodied Film That Ranks Up There With The Greatest Of All Time!!!
It's unbelievably good, and my 3rd favorite film of all time.
The final shot of the film is one of my all time favorites. Hell, I'll watch it now !
Perhaps my favorite movie. I might have watched it a dozen times since I discovered it 30 or so years ago, and like the narrator sites, I've always gotten something more from it each time. And yes, do NOT watch the 2007 version or read any spoilers beforehand.
I totally agree, and you expressed it perfectly.
I saw the movie several times back in the Seventies, and I still occasionally wish I could see it again.
But as you say, it seems to have sort of fallen through the cracks, for no good reason.
Thanks for giving it some well-deserved attention 😊
Easiest way to get this masterpiece is in the Michael Caine 6 film box set (in with a bunch of other great stuff such as the Italian Job).
Yes! Seen this movie many times. It's a hidden gem. Roger Ebert loved it. That alone should be a good indicator. It's brilliant on all levels. Michael Caine was fantastic playing against the great Lawrence Olivier.
Also on my top list is Twelve Angry Men, another dialog heavy movie which originated as a stage (in this case love tv) play. Sleuth is not just about deception and clever dialog. It also has a lot to say about social issues. Once again my humble opinion is confirmed: all great movies are about the human condition. Thank you for praising this masterpiece!
At my point of view... one of the best movie film I have seen. And I saw it firts time when I was aged 13. Masterpiece game of actors.
One of my favorites! I happened upon it about 17 years ago on a Sunday afternoon. I have probably seen it over two dozen times. My wife found it on DVD for under $20 last year.
One of my all time favorit movies for sure. Excellent.
I saw this in the 80's when I was a kid. I loved it then
I saw it in the theater when it first came out, and have always loved it. Great acting by both Olivier and Caine. The remake is horrendous, despite the talent involved.
A really really good movie, I saw it in 1977
Brilliant cast of old version.
Thanks for this. I'm definitely giving this movie a view.
Fantastic!
In a way, the remake makes more sense. It is a very intelligent remake. If you are a fan of Harold Pinter, you will love it. The 1972 film has much theatrical style acting by Laurence Olivier.
The full film is on CZcams. It's more than a bit flawed.
I watched this movie in 1972 -- three times. Every time I was mesmerised to the end. Only after the third time I realised I was watching a film with only two actors, no women, no nudity, no car chase and no outside scenery. How did they make such a good film? its genius
Thanks! I appreciate the review. I'll be diligently working to find this movie. I'm a huge fan of Michael Cane. I loved the 1982 Michael Cane and Christopher Reeves movie Deathtrap and was hoping that the 2007 version of Sleuth would have the same kind of charisma and substance as Deathtrap had oozing from the screen, however as much as I love Cane and Jude Law, I was disappointed in it. I do feel like I would love to see the original version based on the clips I've seen. So looking forward to it.
Just viewed the 1972 version. Great share - I will too.
One of my favorites also. Did you ever see the eye of the needle?
I saw this as a teenager back in the day. I loved it.
Me too!!!
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Alex, great review, thank you! And I couldn't agree more. "Sleuth" is on my list of all-time favourite films. I had the pleasure of seeing the Broadway play twice: first with Paul Rogers and Keith Baxter, and later with Patrick Macnee and Jordan Christopher. Like you, I am never bored with this story. And as an Olivier fan, it was gratifying to see him make a film comeback with this, after battling severe illnesses. Thank you for a refreshing reminder. The 2007 remake is total crap - my review is on IMDB.
I saw it when it came out. (I'm old.)
Deathtrap With Michael Caine, Christopher Reeve & Dyan Cannon is awesome with a similar atmosphere.
If you like Sleuth, you will like Deathtrap.
Reeve and Caine are brilliant. And it's all in one house, the whole movie
Deathtrap felt a bit like an indulgent comedy-mystery a decade after Sleuth, but it was still fun in its own way.
@@AlexHaitz I know. I loved it though. Christopher Reeve was a good actor. They're both really good in it. I always liked Dyan Cannon after Heaven Can Wait.
She's hilarious with Charles Grodin and Warren Beatty.
That's just a great movie.
If you're a swashbuckling, peg-legged movie lover with a penchant for saying things like "Arr", this movie is readily available.
Don't see the remake-it is awful. See the original classic, which is a marvel of writing, acting, direction, and film editing.
the original is a classic, but watch it again, there is some pretty awful editing/directing in it (eg. Olivier pots the black ball, next shot black ball is on the table, the following shot caine replaces black ball onto the table) Im a (small/unknown) filmmaker and mistakes like that cost us our wages. But you can't say anything bad about the acting or writing. Sublime.
@@stabiomedia2739 I don't care about the continuity that much, but the way the film is shot and edited is incredibly playful and creative, I've never seen a film quite like it. It's like part of the game, it does with shots what the dialogue does with words. And the rhythm is so well controlled.
Love this film! Saw it in the cinema when it first came out. Had not seen the stage version, don't think I'd read it. Was totally blown away! Reinforced my opinion that Olivier was one of the greatest actors of our time! Caine holds his own as well! The remake was a sad attempt. At one point I had bootleg copies of both versions, but pitched them when I had to move and seriously downsize. If you can get a copy of the Olivier version do so if you can afford it.
I suppose this film may have fallen into a generation gap, but it was famous and frequently shown on TV when I was growing up. The only flaw is that the make-up isn't sufficient to complete the illusion created by an excellent performance. Olivier was very impressed with Caine during the filming. It's interesting that both actors are skilled at playing viscous, unsympathetic characters, so each is suited to that same role in the two adaptions.
I liked the remake, very well done
It's the best movie of 1972
I just watched it on the weekend. I really loved it. I expected something else, but once you are open-minded… you will enjoy it 😉
The remake would be good as a standalone movie, but I've seen the original, so the new one is no competition. Even though both have Michael Caine, they are very different.
Gimme the 2007 version personally.
what is your five top movies suggestion?
Lo Lo
1. 2001: A Space Odyssey
2. The Sting
3. Sleuth
4. The Apartment
5. A Clockwork Orange
5 can change from time to time, but its current choice is pretty concrete.
I also don't consider this a Top 5 Best, but a Top 5 Favorite.
Ive seen it twice its a great film
I love it...but where can I watch it??
I saw it for the first time in 1993 on Channel 4 in the U.K. Yeah, it’s always been a bit of a cult and obscure film, despite acclaimed director, actors and based on an award winning stage play. It’s a great little thriller. It was tricky to get hold of the VHS(at least in the U.K.) - managed to get it in the late 1990s.
The remake was okay, but sadly it didn’t reimagine itself enough. It was flawed. Which is a shame as I do think a remake could have been done of this film(especially having Caine in the opposite type of role to the original).
Been watching because of Laurence Olivier 💜
You'll love Deathtrap if you liked this.
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Your absolutely spot on in your comparisons of the versions. I recently bought the 2007 version, which was a disappointment. The 1972 version is far superior in every aspect of film making.
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On aimerait une VF sur CZcams ...de ce film qui est l'un de mes préféré !!!
This film is IMPOSSIBLE to watch. Stereaming nowhere, DVD costs 68 bucks on amazon last I checked.
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Yo ho-ho and a bottle of rum!
the new one was the worst movie ever. I'm glad I watched the original 20years ago or I couldn't see ever searching the original namesake out
Please please!!! Who can tell me who sang the songs in the movie? Lots of research done on this but mystery not solved yet...
It's right in the credits and all over the internet. Have you ever used a computer before?
@@starwarsunfiltered7848 nope. It does not say who sang the song. It says the words and music are by Cole Porter, but not who’s singing it. Since you know, would you please tel me?
Can watch it again and again.The remake is horrible .Who can do a Laurence Olivier character????
Brilliant movie with two brilliant actors. I still think John Gielgud was the greatest actor, with Olivier second.
it was based on a stage play as so many great films are..The truly greatest film need but a few things..direction, acting and a STORY.
Blockbusters are just vacuous eye candy with shallow plots.
Blockbusters have their place, and plenty of them (especially the early ones from Lucas and Spielberg) have plenty of story. But yes, I get your point. It's amazing how much you can squeeze out of almost nothing when the actors and dialogue are as sharp as they are in Sleuth.
The Remake is interesting but not a scratch on the 72 original. But it has to be said, the first time I saw the 72 version, I saw the numerous twists and turns coming. I admit that in 72 this film could take people by surprise. But as we've had movies since that throw similar twists at you, perhaps that is why it is so predictable now. Nothing in the original took me by surprise. When watching the remake, because I had the first one in mind, it was able to surprise me. I didnt see them taking it in a homoerotic direction. Having said that I don't think its a good change. It sort of comes out of nowhere. Feels very tacked on. Like they wanted to do something so different from the original that it could set itself apart. But it really doesnt work. And besides the inspector sequence, Jude Law isnt very good in it. He's rarely good in anything. The original is a masterpiece, and I think its a very apt comparison you make between it and the films of Hitchcock.
A little lost as to what this IMDB link reveals. Feel like I am out of the loop now.
jacob mueller - Read the trivia section of that page.
Alex Haitz- Thanks, I guess I was hoping for more of a nail bitter / secondary twist. Still a good movie.
jacob mueller - Nope, just a small detail that may go unnoticed if you’re not paying attention from beginning to end.
eccezionale………..
The top - nothing less. The remake is so poor. Keep to the real thing !
I thoguht thw remake is just okay but both of them are largely forgotten movies.