Eve and the Handyman
Eve and the Handyman

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Eve and the Handyman

1961
Movie
65 min
English

Dressed in a long raincoat, Eve follows the handyman around as he makes his appointed rounds. She witnesses humorous run-ins on his various errands. But why is she watching him so carefully?

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Arthur DreifussGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman inherits a house and discovers it's filled with a handyman who is more than he seems. She finds herself drawn to him, but their budding romance is complicated by her family's expectations and a hidden secret about his identity. The film follows their efforts to navigate societal pressures and personal desires.

Critical Reception

Eve and the Handyman received a lukewarm reception upon its release, often overlooked amidst more prominent films of the era. Critics generally found its plot predictable and its humor mild, though some praised the performances of its lead actors and its lighthearted romantic escapades.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming lead performances and light romantic plot.

  • Criticized for its formulaic story and predictable comedic beats.

  • Considered a pleasant but unremarkable romantic comedy of its time.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but contemporary reviews suggest a mixed to positive sentiment for its light entertainment value.

Fun Fact

The film was one of several films produced by exploitation film producer Jack H. Harris, known for 'The Blob'.

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