Evil Under the Sun

Evil Under the Sun

  • Director: Guy Hamilton
  • Writer: Anthony Shaffer,Agatha Christie,Barry Sandler
  • Countries of origin: United Kingdom
  • Language: English, German, French
  • Release date: March 5, 1982
  • Sound mix: Mono
  • Aspect ratio: 1.85 : 1
  • Also known as: Agatha Christie's Evil Under the Sun
  • "Evil Under the Sun" is a thriller and suspense film directed by Guy Hamilton and starring Peter Ustinov and Jane Birkin . It was released in the United States on March 5, 1982.
    The film is based on Agatha Christie 's novel of the same name. It tells the story of a woman on a holiday island who was killed suddenly. Everyone living in the hotel has an alibi. After careful analysis, the detective Poirot finally found out the real culprit   .

    Details

    • Release date March 5, 1982
    • Filming locations Raixa Estate, Serra de Tramuntana, Bunyola, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain
    • Production companies EMI Films, Titan Productions, Mersham Productions Ltd.

    Box office

    Budget

    $10,000,000 (estimated)

    Gross US & Canada

    $6,110,000

    Opening weekend US & Canada

    $1,690,774

    Gross worldwide

    $6,110,670

    Movie reviews

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    • By Axel 2022-03-26 09:01:12

      Sins in the Sun, the film's story concept and ideology

      In the last article, I mainly emphasized the difference between the original book of "Murder on the Orient Express" and some details of the old and new versions of the movie, and made some simple definitions for such books and movies to distinguish the two - the new version and the old version. The distinction and how books and movies are differentiated.

      In this article, I try to dig into the deep consciousness of the film, and find some clues buried in the original book and...

    • By Lacy 2022-03-26 09:01:12

      Skynet is sparse but not leaking

      At the beginning of the film, the rapidly appearing newspapers and changing scenes made me a little puzzled - I didn't pay much attention to these events that seemed to have nothing to do with the title of the film. Of course, even if I did, I wouldn't be able to guess it. The true meaning of , I can only continue to watch along with the unfolding of the film. The famous detective Poirot is going to take the Orient Express to London, but unfortunately he is destined to have a good...

    • By Maureen 2022-03-26 09:01:12

      Vulnerability

      This one is very disappointing. First of all, the foreshadowing is too long, and it is not very interesting. In addition, there are too many loopholes. The most obvious thing is that if the woman does not suddenly appear with the murderer, how will the scenes be played? Since they also planned the plot of the female murderer rubbing oil, there must be someone else, but judging from the murderer's performance, it is not unexpected that the woman proposed to go together. If he planned to find...

    • By Anabelle 2022-03-26 09:01:12

      The details are impeccable

      Poirot is the same as Sherlock Holmes and 007. The actors have changed from generation to generation, each leading the way for hundreds of three or five years.

      "That Chinese hat" doesn't look Chinese in any way.

      Agatha's details are really good, it's almost seamless, and no one has the ability to think logically. When I was a child, I watched "Sherlock Holmes" and thought that Conan Doyle was really good. It was not until I grew up watching Agatha that I felt that it was a real...

    • By Theron 2022-03-26 09:01:12

      There are sins in the sun

      The desire in the bottom of my heart is like a poisonous snake, quietly dormant and ready to launch a fatal blow at any time. Underneath the sanctimonious appearance hides a well-designed conspiracy, which can be described as deliberate to achieve his goals. Compared with Agatha's other well-known and excellent works, such as "The Mystery of Roger" and "Murder on the Orient Express", the ending of this film does not give readers greater impact and shock. The characters are clearly shaped and...

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    • By Reba 2023-09-21 15:36:21

      Poirot's films and plays are like that. It started slowly, a criminal case happened in the middle, and finally the detective solved the mystery, but the audience did not have the pleasure of...

    • By Fidel 2023-07-12 01:18:25

      The male murderer is so...

    • By General 2023-07-02 00:02:55

      1. A wife was killed, and the police had no clue. Jewel was dropped by his girlfriend who broke up, and the local tyrant asked the sheriff to assist in the investigation. 2. The sheriff followed everyone to the island resort. Found several pairs of families, all kinds of derailment and contradictions. 3. Mrs. Merry was killed, the sheriff visited to inquire about the movements of all the officers at noon and eyewitnesses. 4. The only thing that no one admits is the bright spot: the bottle that...

    • By Christy 2023-05-04 14:53:40

      The narration is smooth, the lens language and composition have surprises, and the lines and details are perfectly connected in the final reasoning. In addition, Peter Ustinov's "pineapple" Belgian detective Polo is particularly cute and lovely, which always makes people feel at ease. Heart...

    • By Arnold 2023-03-26 01:07:55

      Don't remember James Mason......

    Movie plot

    Alena Marshall is a glamorous female celebrity. She never hides her love for other men, but also enjoys the feeling of being pursued by men, thus completely ignoring the feelings of her husband and adopted daughter. Patrick Redfern is a handsome and energetic boy. Although he has a frail wife Christine Redfern, he still can't resist Alena's temptation. The resort hotel "Happy Roger" on the small island next to Lathecombe Bay has become...
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    "Evil Under the Sun" basically follows the pattern of the movie "Tragedy on the Nile", and the confusing plot is impressive. The film is a movie with a strong British flavor. It has many similarities with "The Tragedy on the Nile". It is also a murder case that took place in a picturesque tourist resort. The deceased was also a beautiful and moving girl. The ocean scenery in China makes people feel like a vacation. Although the account...
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    Movie quotes

    • Daphne Castle: Dear Monsieur Poirot, a word in your ear. The whole world knows that you are a man of enormous discretion and gallantry, a man not only privy to the secrets of kings and prime ministers, but also a man who would never willingly stand by and see a lady in trouble without rushing to her aid. I appeal to you now, as just such a frail woman, in need of help. In fact I throw myself on your mercy. Couldn't we make this a private investigation? You know how peculiar people can be about a spot of murder.

    • Arlena Stuart Marshall: [to Linda Marshall] Linda do stop standing there like a coughdrop and say good morning to Monsieur Poirot!

    • Patrick Redfern: It's funny to think if Giuseppe Verdi had been an Englishman his name would have been Joe Green.

      Poirot: [Thoughtfully] Yes, I suppose it would, yes.

      Patrick Redfern: Well it used to make the boys laugh when I was trying to din some Latin into them when I was a school teacher.

      Poirot: Little boys laugh easily if it keeps them away even for a moment from their study of Latin.