Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels



Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a 1988 film that I enjoyed a lot. Wikipedia explains the plot succinctly:

Set on the French Riviera, the film stars Steve Martin and Michael Caine as two con men competing to swindle a wealthy tourist (Glenne Headly) out of $50,000. 
Sure, the story is predictable, but what's more important is that it's really funny. Steve Martin and Michael Caine worked together quite well. I just today learned that the screenplay was actually written as a vehicle for Mick Jagger and David Bowie! I believe it worked out better with the final cast.  

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