The Odd Job
Arthur Harris is a happily married man who returns from his job to discover that his wife, Fiona, is leaving him. Devastated he gets really drunk and tries to commit suicide. After a few setbacks and while he is trying to electrocute himself with a lamp, the door bell rings. An odd man in a leather coat asks if there are any odd jobs that he can perform. Arthur hires the man to kill him. The next day his wife returns, but the man he hired is still trying to kill him...
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1978 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Peter Medak |
| Runtime | 87 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.8/10 (14 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its humor from a deeply absurd premise, escalating a tragicomic situation into a series of increasingly ridiculous events. It relies heavily on Graham Chapman's performance, which perfectly captures a blend of despair and comedic helplessness.
Those who tire of predictable plots will find delight in the escalating chaos of a hired killer who simply won't quit. What lingers after the credits is the sharp, dark wit of a farcical dilemma spun wildly out of control. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Peter Medak
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With a cup of tea on a lazy afternoon, ready for some dry British absurdity.
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