Clue is a mystery-comedy movie based on the board game 'Cluedo' that came out in 1985. It stars many great actors, and has a truly unique plot, unlike many other movies of the same genre. The main reason why Clue is such a unique movie, is that it has three alternative endings.
The movie is set in 1954, and is about six guests who receive a letter from a man who has been black-mailing them (Mr Boddy) to meet at a mysterious mansion. At the mansion, they are greeted by the butler, Wadsworth (Played by Tim Curry) who has given them fake names to hide their true identities: Mrs White, Mrs Peacock, Colonel Mustard, Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum and Mr Green. It is revealed that it was really Wadsworth who sent them the letters, hoping that with everyone together, they could confront Mr Boddy and get him arrested. His motivation for this is because his wife was being blackmailed by Mr Boddy, and it drove her to suicide. Mr Boddy gave all six guests alternative options however, by handing them lethal weapons, so that they could kill Wadsworth, for he was the only one with nothing to hide, who could expose all their secrets. However, when the lights were turned off and on again, it was reavealed that it was Mr Boddy- not Wadsworth- that had been murdered. From then on the plot revolved around everyone getting together and trying to find the murderer.
As well as cleverly developing motives for why all six guests (As well as Wadsworth and the maid 'Yvette') would want Mr Boddy dead, the movie also adds a comical touch. For example, a particularly funny example is when lights were switched off, and Wadsworth proceeded to find the other guests. He went in to another room, and felt a handle. He said "What's this? Another door?" And turned it, only to find out it was a shower. Below is a video that captures many of the funniest moments in Clue.
The movie has three alternative endings, A, B and C. In ending A, it reveals that Miss Scarlet was the murderer. In Ending B, Mrs Peacock was the murderer. and in ending C (Which is said to be the real ending) It reveals that everyone was a murderer, and all had killed someone (Except for Mr. Green, who turned out to be an undercover detective)
As well as an excellent plot and ending, the movie also starred many great actors and actresses, including my favourite actor 'Tim Curry'. Tim Curry has starred in many films, from comical movies like Clue, and 'The rocky horror picture show' to serious movies like 'The colour of magic' and 'Four dogs playing poker'. The reason why he is such a great actor, is that he can adapt to many different roles, and is really devoted to his characters. When playing 'Wadsworth', he gives the character a realistic personality, yet still manages to act comical. Along with Tim Curry comes many stars such as Eileen Brennan as 'Mrs Peacock'. Eileen has won many awards, including an Oscar for 'best supporting actress'. Eileen captures the role of Mrs Peacock perfectly, basing Mrs. Peacocks personality on her looks, history, and role in the movie. Eileen plays Mrs Peacock as a high-maintenance house wife, which many people can relate to. Many more less-known actors and actresses also play their characters well in 'Clue', including the singer/song-writer 'Lee Ving' as my Boddy.
Conclusively, 'Clue' is a very good film, with great acting, plot, and comical timing. Despite it getting bad reviews at first, I think that 'Clue' has become a very successful film, and will be remembered by many.
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