Title: No Way to Treat a Lady
Year: 1968
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Rod Steiger, Lee Remick, George Segal, Eileen Heckart, Murray Hamilton
Description: Forget Hitchcockian suspense; 'No Way to Treat a Lady' offers a deliciously dark, comedic twist on the thriller genre. This isn't your typical cat-and-mouse game; it's a sly dance of deception where the lines between victim and perpetrator blur with each increasingly absurd scenario. Rod Steiger’s performance as the charmingly sinister detective, Phil Moskowitz, is a masterclass in controlled chaos. He's both terrifying and oddly endearing, a testament to the film's masterful blend of humor and menace. The film’s brilliance lies not just in its clever plotting, but in its exploration of societal expectations and the seductive power of playing roles. Ultimately, 'No Way to Treat a Lady' is a darkly comedic gem, a reminder that sometimes the most thrilling stories are found in the most unexpected places, offering a sophisticated and surprisingly poignant exploration of identity and justice.