That Touch of Mink

Movie Review: That Touch of Mink

Year of Release: 1962
Country of Origin: USA
Director: Delbert Mann
Cast: Cary Grant, Doris Day, Gig Young

Plot outline: A rich businessman and a young woman are attracted to each other, but he only wants an affair while she wants to save her virginity for marriage (IMDb).

That Touch of Mink is a lighthearted comedy that coasts along on the charisma of its two leads. While the script won’t leave you in stitches, it’s low-key enough to stay out of the way as Grant and Day charm the audience. Director Delbert Mann subscribes to the same philosophy, framing his stars well and letting them do what they do best. His decision to film Doris Day in soft focus was overkill though, as she still looked great at 38 (and at least somewhat believable as a romantic interest for Grant, who was 58). The supporting cast doesn’t disappoint either. Gig Young is great as Grant’s would-be conscience and Audrey Meadows steals all of her scenes as Day’s overprotective roommate. (FML)

My judgement: **1/2 out of 4 stars