‎‘Play Misty for Me’ review by Saya Belov🏖️ • Letterboxd

Watched 31 May 2026

New Hollywood was a period of creative freedom when directors freely experimented with genres. This film fits perfectly into that movement, with its modest budget, on-location shooting, and distinctive jazz atmosphere.

Eastwood's directorial debut is rather clumsy, however. The strange decision to pause the story halfway through for an extended jazz festival sequence seriously disrupts the film's pacing. Jessica Walter delivers a genuinely strong performance, and whenever her character disappears for an extended period, the film noticeably loses much of its impact.

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