The Statue
"The face was his... the body was his... but suddenly — hello "Charlie""
Originally released in 1971. The Statue is a comedy film. directed by Rod Amateau. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring David Niven, Virna Lisi, and Robert Vaughn
Synopsis
Bolt, a British linguist, develops a universal language, so he's a sudden sensation and receives a Nobel prize. An ambitious diplomat, capitalizing on Bolt's celebrity, arranges for the U.S. to commission a statue for a London square to honor Bolt's achievement. Bolt's Italian wife, a renowned artist, sculpts an 18-foot nude of Bolt. In a pique, because he's neglected her for years to do his work, she gives the statue a spectacular phallus, telling Bolt that he wasn't its model. Thinking he's a cuckold, Bolt goes on a jealous search for a man matching the statue. The diplomat, too, wants changes in the statue to protect his conservative image. Can art and love reconcile?
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 27, 1971
55 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
4.4/10
Mixed (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Josef Shaftel Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Statue about?
Bolt, a British linguist, develops a universal language, so he's a sudden sensation and receives a Nobel prize. An ambitious diplomat, capitalizing on Bolt's celebrity, arranges for the U.S. to com...
Who directed The Statue?
The Statue was directed by Rod Amateau.
How long is The Statue?
The Statue has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was The Statue released?
The Statue was released on January 27, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Statue?
The main cast of The Statue includes David Niven, Virna Lisi, Robert Vaughn, Ann Bell, John Cleese.