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Sphinx (1981)
Director: Franklin J. Schaffner
Cast: Lesley-Anne Down, Frank Langella, Maurice Ronet, John Gielgud
Runtime118 min
RatingPG
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Egyptologist Erica Baron finds more than she bargained for during her long-planned trip to The Land of the Pharoahs - murder, theft, betrayal, love, and a mummy's curse!
Critical Reception & Ratings
Sphinx, the 1981 adventure mystery thriller directed by Franklin J. Schaffner, has received a mixed critical reception. While some critics praised its atmospheric setting and suspenseful plot, others found the pacing and character development lacking. The film does not appear to have received any major awards recognition, and its audience ratings on IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes are somewhat divided, indicating a moderately positive but not overwhelmingly acclaimed public reception.
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Fans of classic adventure and mystery thrillers will appreciate the stylish direction of Franklin J. Schaffner, as well as the captivating performances from leads Lesley-Anne Down and Frank Langella, in this 1981 film that blends elements of exotic Egyptian exploration with suspenseful plot twists.
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Sphinx is a 1981 American adventure film directed by Franklin J. Schaffner and starring Lesley-Anne Down and Frank Langella. The screenplay by John Byrum is based on the 1979 novel of the same name by Robin Cook.
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