Although BEWITCHED was years away from this cult film, it has long been bantered about that "parts" of BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE may have, inadvertently, lead to the classic tv series. One thing, it's rich with atmosphere and just as wild.
If you're a film buff, interestingly, this can also be considered as a deuces wild re-working of THE SEVEN YEAR ITCH -- now with a female attracted to a male neighbor instead.
Beautiful, enchanting witch Kim Novack has her eyes set on new neighbor James Stewart. He's also in love with Janice Rule, which complicates matters.... so Novack does her thing. She does not twinkle her nose, though. This is a hilarious ride with neat touches of fantasy slash comedy, and with a dynamic supporting cast. It's a race to the finish as to who outdoes who; kooky Hermoine Gingold or Elsa Lancaster. Hats off to Jack Lemmon and Ernie Kovacks. Watch their priceless expressions.
Cary Grant was originally considered for the lead, Grace Kelly for his co-star, which would have been fascinating. However, James Stewart gets the job done, and in a much more lighter role than in VERTIGO, his other classic film with Kim Novack. What a team they make.
Long considered an "adult" Halloween comedy, but its breezy fun any time of the year. Oscar nominated for Best Set Decoration, Best Art Direction and Best Costume Design. Both Novack and Stewart should have at least gotten honorable mention.
Top direction by Richard Quine, who next directed Kim Novack in THE NOTORIOUS LANDLADY.
Always on dvd and remastered blu ray and thanks to MOVIES Net for rerunning this gem of gems.
If you're a film buff, interestingly, this can also be considered as a deuces wild re-working of THE SEVEN YEAR ITCH -- now with a female attracted to a male neighbor instead.
Beautiful, enchanting witch Kim Novack has her eyes set on new neighbor James Stewart. He's also in love with Janice Rule, which complicates matters.... so Novack does her thing. She does not twinkle her nose, though. This is a hilarious ride with neat touches of fantasy slash comedy, and with a dynamic supporting cast. It's a race to the finish as to who outdoes who; kooky Hermoine Gingold or Elsa Lancaster. Hats off to Jack Lemmon and Ernie Kovacks. Watch their priceless expressions.
Cary Grant was originally considered for the lead, Grace Kelly for his co-star, which would have been fascinating. However, James Stewart gets the job done, and in a much more lighter role than in VERTIGO, his other classic film with Kim Novack. What a team they make.
Long considered an "adult" Halloween comedy, but its breezy fun any time of the year. Oscar nominated for Best Set Decoration, Best Art Direction and Best Costume Design. Both Novack and Stewart should have at least gotten honorable mention.
Top direction by Richard Quine, who next directed Kim Novack in THE NOTORIOUS LANDLADY.
Always on dvd and remastered blu ray and thanks to MOVIES Net for rerunning this gem of gems.