The Curse of the Jade Scorpion

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  • PG-13
  • 2001
  • 1 hr 43 min
  • 6.7  (42,210)
  • 52

The Curse of the Jade Scorpion is a 2001 comedy-crime film directed by Woody Allen, who also stars in the film alongside Helen Hunt, Dan Aykroyd, and Charlize Theron. Set in the 1940s in New York City, the film follows C.W. Briggs (Woody Allen), a veteran insurance investigator at the North Coast Fidelity Company. Briggs is a skilled detective who prides himself on his ability to solve crimes and catch criminals. However, he is also a bit of a sexist and has a reputation for being difficult to work with.

One evening, Briggs attends a company party where he is hypnotized by the mysterious and alluring hypnotist, Voltan (David Ogden Stiers). During the hypnosis session, Voltan reveals that Briggs is actually a jewel thief and instructs him to carry out a series of heists.

Briggs wakes up the next morning with no memory of his actions the previous night, but finds that he and his co-worker, Betty Ann Fitzgerald (Helen Hunt), have stolen a rare and valuable jade scorpion from a wealthy client. Briggs and Fitzgerald are now suspects in the theft, and Briggs must use his investigative skills to clear their names and catch the real culprit.

As Briggs investigates the theft and the hypnotist's involvement, he finds himself in a number of comedic and suspenseful situations. He encounters a series of eccentric and colorful characters, including a flamboyant nightclub owner (Dan Aykroyd), a bumbling police detective (John Tormey), and a seductive socialite (Charlize Theron). Each encounter brings Briggs closer to uncovering the truth about the jade scorpion and the hypnotist's motives.

The Curse of the Jade Scorpion is a smart and witty comedy with a strong sense of nostalgia for classic Hollywood crime films. The film's setting and characters are lovingly rendered with attention to detail, and the period-appropriate costumes and music create an immersive experience that transports viewers back in time.

The film is also notable for its impressive ensemble cast, which features a number of talented character actors and comedians in addition to Allen and Hunt. The performances are uniformly excellent, with each actor bringing their own unique energy and charm to the film.

Overall, The Curse of the Jade Scorpion is an entertaining and well-crafted film that will appeal to fans of classic comedies and crime films alike. With its clever writing, engaging characters, and impeccable production values, it is a worthy addition to Woody Allen's filmography and a must-see for anyone looking for a fun and engaging cinematic experience.

The Curse of the Jade Scorpion is a 2001 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 43 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.7 and a MetaScore of 52.

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  • Release Date
    2001
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    1 hr 43 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.7  (42,210)
  • Metascore
    52
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