Modesty Blaise (1966 film)

Modesty Blaise is a comedic spyfi DeLuxe Color film produced in the United Kingdom and released worldwide in 1966. It was loosely based upon the popular comic strip Modesty Blaise by Peter ODonnell, who wrote the original story and scenario upon which Evan Jones based his screenplay. The film was directed by Joseph Losey with music composed by Johnny Dankworth and the theme song, Modesty, sung by David and Jonathan. Modesty Blaise stars Italian actress Monica Vitti, Terence Stamp, Dirk Bogarde, Harry Andrews, Michael Craig and Clive Revill. Monica Vittis first Englishspeaking role.

In Amsterdam, Modesty reunites with her former lover, secret agent Paul Hagen Michael Craig, while her partner, Willie Garvin Terence Stamp, is reunited with an old flame, Nicole Tina Aumont. Nicole is killed by an assassin working for Gabriel. With Modesty and Willie on the run, they decide to steal the diamonds for themselves but Gabriel captures Modesty and forces Willie to steal the diamonds.Modesty and Willie escape, killing Mrs. Fothergill Rossella Falk, and giving the shipment of diamonds to Abu Tahir. As her reward, Modesty asks for and receives the diamonds. ........

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