thinker1691 Review of Kaleidoscope

Kaleidoscope (1966)

" Gambling is an art. The secret to winning is knowing when to quit "

[8/10 · 30 April 2011]

Robert and Jean Carrington wrote this story and the movie version is directed by Jack Smight. It tells the story of handsome Barney Lincoln (Warren Beatty) a suave and debonair playboy who creates a most ingenious plan to rob the most prestigious European casinos in Europe. He does this by 'marking' the original manufacturing plate design for playing cards. Thus when he plays in the very best casinos, he has an edge. Unbeknown to Mr. Lincoln, British police Inspector 'Manny' McGinnis (Clive Revill) has discovered his secret and convinces him to help bankrupt Harry Dominion (Eric Porter), a dangerous and notorious drug smuggler by playing cards with him. Risking his life and that of Angel McGinnis (Susannah York) his ditsy girlfriend, both play dangerously close to a man quite capable of murdering them. What Lincoln does not anticipate is that Dominion will play with Unmarked cards. This charming and delightful film is one of Beatty's best and one which is certain to become a fun Classic for all audiences. Easilly recommended. ****