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They Might Be Giants (1971)

G · 1971-06-09 · 1h 38m · EN
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When they reach out for each other... they touch every heart... with warmth, charm and laughter!

After the death of his wife, wealthy retiree Justin Playfair creates a fantasy world for himself in which he is the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, even dressing like the character. Out of concern for Justin's money more than his health, his brother Blevins puts him under the care of psychiatrist Dr. Mildred Watson. As Dr. Watson grows fond of Justin, she begins to play along with his theories, eventually becoming an assistant in his investigations.

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George C. ScottGeorge C. ScottJustin PlayfairJoanne WoodwardJoanne WoodwardDr. Mildred WatsonJack GilfordJack GilfordWilbur PeabodyLester RawlinsLester RawlinsBlevins PlayfairAl LewisAl LewisMessengerRue McClanahanRue McClanahanDaisy PlayfairTheresa MerrittTheresa MerrittPeggyJames TolkanJames TolkanMr. BrownKitty WinnKitty WinnGraceF. Murray AbrahamF. Murray AbrahamClyde (the usher)Paul BenedictPaul BenedictChestnut ManM. Emmet WalshM. Emmet Walsh1st Sanitation Man

Keywords

Mental illnessLoss of loved oneNew york cityBased on play or musicalPsychiatristSuppressed pastPsychiatrySherlock holmesFemale psychiatrist

Movie DNA

Genre affinityComedy · Thriller · MysteryTheme affinityMental Illness · Loss Of Loved One · New York CityNarrative complexityMysteryDialogue densityComedyEmotional intensityLoss Of Loved OneDirector preference199364

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After the death of his wife, wealthy retiree Justin Playfair creates a fantasy world for himself in which he is the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes, even dressing like the character. Out of concern for Justin's money more than his health, his brother Blevins puts him under the care of psychiatrist Dr. Mildred Watson. As Dr. Watson grows fond of Justin, she begins to play along with his theories, eventually becoming an assistant in his investigations.

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