Blame It On Rio / The Women In Red (Comedy Double Feature)

These films should be packaged in a brown paper bag. These aren't so much movies but examples of middle age male wish fulfillment. That said they'd give Penthouse letters page a run for the money. I'm not saying that's a bad thing. I'm 53 years old and I may or may not have experienced change of life. They should have added "Middle Age Crazy" starring Bruce Dern and Ann-Margret for a true dirty old man trifecta. The sole reason for "Blame it on Rio" existing is to watch the voluptuous Michelle Johnson shed clothing and she gets her kit off with the best of them. Michael Caine, who actually got paid to get naked with Michelle, gives a creditable performance but he's not the show. Despite Johnson's obvious physical attributes her acting is of the cigar school Indian variety ergo why she didn't have a sustained career. Oh, well. She'll always have Rio. "The Women in Red" is a lighter farce concerning a happily married man (Gene Wilder) obsessed with a high class fashion model (Kelly Le Brock). Breaks no comedic ground but goes down as easy as a cold beer on a Summer's day. Stevie Wonder's "I Just Called to Say I Love You" is on the soundtrack and will reverberate in your head for days.

"Blame it on Rio" is a visually stunning movie for the on-location filming in Rio, and for the astonishing beauty of Michelle Johnson and Demi Moore. Michelle is only 18 or 19 at the time of filming; Demi Moore is two or three years older. You will see an ample amount of topless beauties, not only from these young ladies but from the beach scenes. Michelle is perfect in her role. Too bad that Demi had a much smaller role. She was good. The topper is that this is actually a good, funny movie. There are plenty of genuine laughs as the plot unfolds. Michael Caine, Joseph Bologna, and Valerie Harper are all perfectly cast. The plot concerns the seduction of Caine by Michelle Johnson."The Woman in Red" is a puzzling movie. It involves Gene Wilder, happily married, yet trying to arrange an affair with a beautiful woman in red. The slapstick situations and humor just did not cut it for me, although I did have a laugh or two.There are no extras in the DVD, but at this price just go for it. You will like "Blame it on Rio" if you're a red-blooded man!

After reading Valerie Harper's autobiography, I, Rhoda, which is good, by the way, I was curious about this movie. More of a guy flick--especially with all of the gratituitious toplessness--particularly of Michelle Johnson, whom I have never heard of and who was probably just a flash in the pan. I also thought it was really bizarre that Michelle Johnson's character paraded around (on the beach--I know--Rio has "topless beaches,) in front of her father and went into the water with him like that. I guess it was all part of the portrayal of a "sexually liberated woman"--but definitely trampy, if you ask me! I really don't like The Woman in Red at all, but it was included in this DVD Set.Michael Caine is always good and Joe Bologna looks good and the acting was fine. Valerie Harper's part was particularly disappointing, especially when you love the Rhoda character. She was too dead-pan and serious, but I suppose she had to do what the role and director called for. Demi Moore had what I call a bit part--she looked very pretty though and not all buff like she became later on--she didn't show herself in this film--this must have been pre-enhancement surgery--plus it was one of her very first movies, I'm guessing.

For the price that you pay for these two movies, there is really nothing you can complain about.Both movies are part of a genre that requires you to suspend disbelief. They're really mild fantasy films for adults. Whether you're watching Blame It On Rio or The Woman In Red, the theme is generally the same: a married man cheats with a luscious woman. The plots of both movies work because the cast supports them. Of course, the two women are attractive and this makes the movie at least half way convincing and worthwhile. Kelly LeBrock still looks gorgeous now!Both movies are stored on a dual-layer DVD and you simply select the movie you want to view from the disc's only menu. There are no scene selection menus at all. But like I mentioned earlier, you can't complain for the price. Hence, the full 5-star rating.

Blame It on Rio is of course a sophomoric romp with an older guy (Michael Caine) / younger girl (Michelle Johnson) romance of the funniest and highest order of "skin," jokes, and the such. A real "guy" film for those who aren't dating much :-)) Michelle Johnson was just out of high school in reality and very lovely. Apparently she hasn't done much since 2000 for some reason.The Woman in Red wasn't as good as I thought it would be. Some typical Wilder schtick, and a beautiful Kelly LeBrock in her film debut but definitely 80's humor.

both of these movies share a common bond and that is joseph bologna, who was always overlooked by most movie goers but is a terrific actor. michael caine is sensational in this and michele johnson is worth the price,all by herself. in this movie a young demi moore gets forgotten because the other characters are great. the woman in red, gene wilder and kelly lebrock are amazing to watch because of their obvious chemistry and gene wilders comic genious. both of these movies together for one low price was an easy buy.

We don't make a practice of watching old movies but these are just too good. Both movies have been family favorites for many years!Both movies center around two male characters "somewhat innocently" captivated (or enticed) by two beautiful woman, leaving them wondering how they got themselves into this mess! The supporting cast is outstanding, funny at the right times. Both Gene Wilder and Michael Caine were perfect choices for these roles. There are numerous ackward funny scenes that leave you laughing!enjoy

Rio! Aaah.

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