Pete 'n' Tillie ★★½ 1972 (PG) Amiable comedy turns to less appealing melodrama as couple meets, marries, and endures tragedy. Film contributes little to director Ritt's hitt-and-miss reputation, but Matthau and Burnett shine in leads. Adapted by Julius J. Epstein from a Peter de Vries' story. 100m/C VHS. Walter Matthau, Carol Burnett, Geraldine Page, Barry Nelson, Rene Auberjonois, Lee Montgomery, Henry Jones, Kent Smith;
Director:
Martin Ritt;
Writer:
Julius J. Epstein;
Writer:
John A. Alonzo;
Cameo:
John Williams. British Acad. '73: Actor (Matthau).
