The Yellow Rolls-Royce

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"The screen's most exciting cast...in the year's most magnificent movie."
  • Approved
  • 1965
  • 2 hr 2 min
  • 6.4  (3,921)

The Yellow Rolls-Royce, released in 1964, is a romantic comedy-drama directed by Anthony Asquith and produced by Anatole de Grunwald. The movie is a three-part anthology with a yellow Rolls-Royce serving as the common thread throughout the stories. The film features an ensemble cast including Ingrid Bergman, Rex Harrison, Shirley MacLaine, Omar Sharif, George C. Scott, and Jeanne Moreau.

Set in the 1960s, The Yellow Rolls-Royce showcases the story of the luxury car as it passes through the hands of three different owners, each with their own tales of love, betrayal, and redemption. The first story is set in Italy, where American gangster Paolo Maltese (George C. Scott) buys the Rolls-Royce to impress his girlfriend Maeve (Shirley MacLaine). In a twist of fate, Maeve falls for Stefano (Jean Sorel), a young Italian who helps her escape from a kidnapping attempt planned by Paolo's rivals. Ingrid Bergman plays Gerda, a wealthy Swedish woman who hires Stefano as her chauffeur and eventually also falls for him.

The second story takes us to the south of France, where the car is bought by a British aristocrat named Lord Charles Frinton (Rex Harrison) for his wife Eleanor (Jeanne Moreau). Lord Frinton is a philanderer who has been carrying on an affair with a married woman, Lady Eloise (Edmund Purdom). When Eleanor discovers his infidelity, she decides to leave him and takes the Rolls-Royce on a road trip with her lover, a Greek millionaire named Stefanos (George Peppard). Over the course of their journey, the couple falls in love and decides to start a new life together.

Finally, the car ends up in Yugoslavia, where it's purchased by a wealthy American widow, Mrs. Gertrude 'Trudy' Mellon (Ingrid Bergman). While on a tour of Yugoslavia, Trudy meets Davich (Omar Sharif), a charming and handsome Yugoslavian communist who becomes her guide and interpreter. Despite their cultural differences, Trudy and Davich fall in love, but their relationship is put to the test when Trudy discovers that Davich is being hunted by the Yugoslavian authorities for his political activities.

The Yellow Rolls-Royce is a stylish and sophisticated movie that captures the glamour and elegance of the 1960s. The performances by the star-studded cast are excellent, with Ingrid Bergman in particular shining in both of her roles. The film also features beautiful cinematography, capturing the lush landscapes of Italy, France, and Yugoslavia.

The movie's soundtrack is also worth mentioning, as it features a memorable theme song, "Forget Domani," sung by Connie Francis. The song perfectly captures the film's romantic and optimistic tone.

Overall, The Yellow Rolls-Royce is a charming and enjoyable movie that provides a glimpse into the world of the wealthy and glamorous. Despite its age, the film remains relevant, with its tales of love, betrayal, and redemption still resonating with audiences today.

The Yellow Rolls-Royce is a 1965 comedy with a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.4.

The Yellow Rolls-Royce
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  • Release Date
    1965
  • MPAA Rating
    Approved
  • Runtime
    2 hr 2 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.4  (3,921)
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