Filmed in Spain, an amoral young American girl (Sue Lyon) drifting through Europe on her motorcycle falls in love with the valet (Christian Hay) of a blind millionaire (Fernando Rey,
VIRIDIANA). Though she's initially against the idea, Hay urges Lyon to marry the rich man while they continue to be lovers under his very nose. However, the suspicious housekeeper (Gloria Grahame) keeps a close watch on them. What follows is a twisted tale of greed, deceit, a double murder and the fickle finger of fate. Directed by Jose Maria Forque, this Euro potboiler is saved by some good acting and the unnerving atmosphere that Forque creates. In fact, Lyon (looking sensational) is good enough to wish a more original script had been provided. It's always a treat to see Grahame and the film could have used more of her. Still, it remains an entertaining thriller if your expectations remain modest. The music is by Michel Colombier.
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