Film Overview"The Million Eyes of Sumuru" is a 1967 British spy movie directed by Lindsay Shonteff and produced by Harry Alan Towers. The film is based on a series of books by popular crime-fiction author Sax Rohmer. This action thriller features the lead characters Sumuru, played by actress Shirley Eaton, and agent Nick West, represented by George Nader.
Plot SummarySumuru is a lovely however wicked female who heads an effective all-female criminal activity distribute called the "Femina", which is dedicated to the superiority of ladies and the annihilation of all guys who oppose their views. Sumuru hatches a devilish plan to change world leaders with her compliant clones aiming to accomplish world domination.
The story unfolds when Nick West, a NASA astronaut, gets knotted with Sumuru. West winds up with a valuable artifact referred to as the 'Sceptre of Gilgamesh,' which Sumuru plans to utilize for her wicked plan. The objective to stop Sumuru falls on Nick West and British secret agent, Tommy Carter, portrayed by Frankie Avalon. The duo must browse through a maze of risk and deceptiveness to avoid Sumuru's strategy from prospering.
Climax"The Million Eyes of Sumuru" completely blends aspects of suspense, action, and wit as West, and Carter battles against time, treacherous villains, and the ruthless fans of Sumuru. A series of conflicts, imprisonments, and slippery leaves ensue, taking the audience through an amazing journey.
In the climax, West and Carter infiltrate Sumuru's secret burrow, resulting in a grand fight versus Sumuru and her army. They handle to disrupt her strategies of world domination, causing mayhem and damage in her compound.
Release and Reception"The Million Eyes of Sumuru" was released on 17 May 1967. In spite of its interesting plot full of espionage, the movie didn't attain great heights of popularity or success. The film received combined reviews, with critics pointing out the weak unique results, uninspiring discussion, and absence of depth in the characters. Numerous viewers felt that the plot's capacity was lost due to its low-budget production.
However, the film later acquired a cult following, partially due to the casting of Shirley Eaton well known for her role in "Goldfinger". Her efficiency as the seductive and callous Sumuru ended up being a staple in female villain portrayals of the age.
ConclusionDespite its defects, "The Million Eyes of Sumuru" holds a certain beauty with its campy plot, melodramatic acting, and overblown action. It's a nostalgic piece of movie theater that provides an entertaining, if tacky, glimpse into the 1960s spy thriller category. Moreover, the film became a cult classic, being one of the renowned symbols of the spy culture period, and affected a number of later works.
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