Play Misty for Me
Directed by:
Clint EastwoodCinematography:
Bruce SurteesComposer:
Dee BartonCast:
Clint Eastwood, Jessica Walter, Donna Mills, John Larch, Jack Ging, Irene Hervey, Clarice Taylor, James McEachin, Don Siegel, Britt Lind, Jack Kosslyn (more)VOD (1)
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Eastwood stars as Dave Garver, a popular radio disc jockey who repeatedly receives on-air phone requests from a sexy female fan to "play Misty for me". When the woman, Evelyn Draper (Jessica Walter), orchestrates a rendezvous with Dave at his favorite nightspot, the two begin a torrid affair. But when Dave decides to end the relationship, Evelyn's obsession turns to violence. Soon everything and everyone in Dave's life becomes a target for Evelyn's increasing deadly campaign of terror. (official distributor synopsis)
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It drags a bit, but the atmosphere is great, the viewers literally immerse themselves in the mind of the protagonist, and along with him are taken aback by what happens and dread what comes next. Clint Eastwood's typical cool directorial style was already evident in his debut, and I really resent him for the few jump scares because I was jumping in my seat.
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Hey Mr. DJ, hit play on "Misty," but don’t invite her over—she's a little off her rocker. The directorial debut of the "sexual cowboy" was just like the directors he had worked with before. Some things were good (tightening the screws of suspense, the funny bits with the detective who wants to play requests), while others were bad (overly dramatic scenes, the erotic interlude in nature combined with picking off ticks). Personally, I’m strictly against any violence towards women, but here Clint unnecessarily hesitated too long with his famous right hook.
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Even in his directorial debut, Clint Eastwood showed that he was destined for greatness in Hollywood. This psychological drama is not only well-crafted for its time but also remains relevant today. It's gritty and uncompromising, showcasing the signature style Clint is known for.
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