Help!
An obscure Eastern cult that practices human sacrifice pursues Ringo after he unknowingly puts on a ceremonial ring (that, of course, won't come off). On top of that, a pair of mad scientists, members of Scotland Yard, and a beautiful but dead-eyed assassin all have their own plans for the Fab Four.
Critics Sentiment
Beatles perform various songs including Ticket to Ride
Foot the mad scientist tries to acquire the ring
The film drops significantly when focusing on the mad scientist subplot but rebounds strongly during the musical sequences.
Help! delivers a mixed experience that succeeds brilliantly as a musical showcase but struggles as narrative cinema. While critics consistently praised the phenomenal soundtrack and colorful visuals, many felt the spy thriller plot was clumsy and reduced the Beatles to supporting players in their own film. The sentiment peaks during musical interludes and visual gags but dips when bogged down in formulaic chase sequences.
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George Harrison
George
John Lennon
John
Paul McCartney
Paul
Ringo Starr
Ringo
Leo McKern
Clang
Eleanor Bron
Ahme
Victor Spinetti
Prof. Foot
Roy Kinnear
Algernon
John Bluthal
Bhuta
Patrick Cargill
Superintendent
Warren Mitchell
Abdul
Alfie Bass
Doorman
Peter Copley
Jeweller
Bruce Lacey
Lawnmower
Dandy Nichols
Neighbour
Gretchen Franklin
Neighbour
John Louis Mansi
Priest/Thug
Ronnie Brody
Priest/Thug
Rupert Evans
Priest/Thug
Bob Godfrey
Priest/Thug
Crew
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