Dr. Archie Bollen is having a midlife crisis. He's just divorced his wife and is establishing a new life for himself. One night, he catches the eye of Petulia Danner, a charming, free-spirited young woman. Petulia's vibrant personality hides her fear of her abusive husband, David, whose father is a powerful society figure. As Petulia and Archie's feelings for each other grow, they must decide what it is they truly want.
Directed by Richard Lester
divorce
socialite
Trailer
IMDB
N/A
Letterboxd
3.7 / 5
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Cast
Julie Christie
Petulia Danner
George C. Scott
Dr. Archie Bollen
Richard Chamberlain
Dave Danner
Arthur Hill
Barney
Shirley Knight
Polo
Pippa Scott
May
Kathleen Widdoes
Wilma
Richard Dysart
Motel Receptionist
Ruth Kobart
Nun
Roger Bowen
Warren
Joseph Cotten
Mr. Danner
Austin Pendleton
Intern (uncredited)
Crew
Richard Lester
Director
Lawrence B. Marcus
Screenplay
John Barry
Original Music Composer
Nicolas Roeg
Director of Photography
Barbara Turner
Adaptation
Fred Roos
Casting
Tony Walton
Costume Design
Tony Walton
Production Design
Popular Reviews
6 reviews
Hallie
9.0★ · 08/27/25
I’m never gonna forget this film
I’m never gonna forget this film
JK
Exhibit #38 that Nicolas Roeg was a real-life wizard. Here he's creating an atmosphere more sour than Don't Look Now but not quite as sour as Track 29 or Bad Timing.
Exhibit #38 that Nicolas Roeg was a real-life wizard. Here he's creating an atmosphere more sour than Don't Look Now but not quite as sour as Track 29 or Bad Timing.
