Clue (1985)

To me, this movie is perfection.

Let's be realistic.

It's entirely possible that sending the audience out feeling lousy was intentional

It's easily one of the freshest, sharpest and most enjoyable films of this year.

Tim Curry at his absolute best! A genuine ensemble cast, twists and turns galore superb comedy/mystery caper with a great ending. My go to film when I'm feeling down.

I first saw this when I was about 13, and by the time I was 17, I fell in love with Tim Curry. It, of course was the result of this movie. When I saw it for the first time I just thought it was hilarious. Now I watch Clue at least once a day for two reasons: it's a laugh fest, and because Wadsworth is Tim Curry's sexiest character.

CLUE is one in a spate of 1970s/1980s comedies that mercilessly spoofed the old dark house murder mystery genre popular in the 1930s. It shares much in common with the all-star MURDER BY DEATH, for example. However, I think CLUE has the edge when it comes to entertainment, as this film's always been a favourite of mine ever since I was a kid. It has a manic, madcap energy going on that makes it an often delight to watch.Much of the humour and quirkiness comes from the presence of Tim Curry playing the butler in the story. Curry takes centre stage in the story and runs away with part, reminding me of Lee Evans with his sweaty, running-about-a-lot performance. It's my personal favourite performance of his, and it takes some beating. Thankfully, an ensemble cast of seasoned professionals don't disappoint either. Michael McKean is the stand-offish Mr. Green, Martin Mull the blustering Colonel Mustard, and Eileen Brennan the eccentric Mrs. Peacock. Colleen Camp has an eye-poppingly voluptuous turn as the French maid but my personal favourite of the ladies is Lesley Ann Warren as femme fatale Miss Scarlet, whose dress seems to have some magical anti-gravity device.CLUE tells a fast-paced story in which the gags come thick and fast and rarely disappoint. The level of ghoulish humour is second to none and certainly superior to that seen in contemporary fare like HIGH SPIRITS or HAUNTED HONEYMOON. I also liked the way that the film has multiple shot endings which gives it an odd and unique feel. Films based on board games are few and far between and rarely successful (BATTLESHIP anyone?) but this one's the exception to that rule.

Clue was a movie based on the board game of the same name and thus consists of a murder mystery in an old mansion.I went into the movie expecting it the plot to be thin, the characters one dimensional and a slow pace.It was a root from start finish with characters that felt alive. The women were stunning in their evening gowns and all had different personalities. Mrs. Peacock was my favorite. Her line delivery was always spot on, funny and always original. The men were strong, viral and always taking charge. Mr. Green's over reaction had me in tears from laughing so hard. Christopher Llyod is professional as ever and out shines his fellow colleges. His youthful list for women was way different from doc Brown from back to the future and breaks him from the mold of type casting.A special honor of recognition goes to Tim Curry who played Walsward the butler who hams up the part speculatively.The plot never felt lacking. There was suspense, action and twists at every turn. I didn't know what to expect next. Not once did I ever think this character could be the killer since they were all so likable.A few new characters are introduced who serve only serve as cannon folder or to move along. The maid had potential, was sexy and sweet. I wanted to see her used more.The sets look amazing with no detail left upturn. It was a 1950s mansion with fire places, trap doors and even a pool table. It was a Labour of love.What makes it true my interesting is who the killer may be. It always sets it up to be anyone of them or a new guest all together. In this regard it was very clever and unique.I wish it could become an anthology series where new characters are set up in the mansion and have to solve a mystery. I couldn't find anything to grip about since the production set out to make a cult classic and succeeded.Clue will excite you, make you laugh and on your toes.