A Touch of Genie

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  • X
  • 1974
  • 1 hr 7 min
  • 5.0  (169)

A Touch of Genie is a 1974 comedy-fantasy film directed by Joseph W. Sarno. The movie follows the story of Harold (played by Douglas Stone) and his wife Cindy (played by Susan McIver), a recently married couple that moves to an apartment in New York City. Harold is a struggling writer, and Cindy works as a model. Despite their love for each other, their marriage is lacking in passion and excitement.

One day, Harold discovers an old bottle in a trash can and brings it home. As he tries to clean it, a genie (played by Chris Jordan) appears and grants him three wishes. At first, Harold is hesitant to believe in the genie's powers and thinks he is going crazy. However, after his wishes start coming true, he becomes obsessed with the genie and the power she holds.

Harold's first wish is for a large sum of money, which he uses to buy a new car, a luxurious apartment, and expensive clothes. His second wish is for an endless supply of marijuana, which he and Cindy start using regularly. However, as their drug use continues, they become more paranoid and delusional, and their relationship starts to suffer.

As Harold becomes more selfish and obsessed with his wishes, the genie starts to develop feelings for him. She begins to manipulate his wishes to bring them closer together, but her actions lead to unintended consequences. Meanwhile, Cindy becomes increasingly frustrated with Harold's behavior and starts to question their marriage.

The movie features several comedic moments, including a scene where Harold wishes for a group of beautiful women to appear in his apartment, only to be overwhelmed by their attention. Another memorable scene involves Harold's wish for a naked Cindy to appear in his bed, which leads to a series of misunderstandings and mishaps.

Overall, A Touch of Genie is a lighthearted and enjoyable movie that explores themes of greed, desire, and love. The film's 1970s aesthetic, including the fashion and soundtrack, adds to its charm. The performances by the three leads, especially Chris Jordan as the genie, are engaging and charismatic. Despite some uneven pacing and questionable portrayals of drug use, A Touch of Genie is a fun and unique film that is worth watching for fans of 1970s cinema.

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Description
  • Release Date
    1974
  • MPAA Rating
    X
  • Runtime
    1 hr 7 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.0  (169)