Unfinnished Dinner 1979
A prestigious restaurant turns into a crime scene in *Unfinnished Dinner* (1979), a darkly comedic mystery directed by Janis Streics.
Director: Janis Streics
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unfinnished Dinner (1979) about?
This Latvian comedy-mystery follows a botched police investigation after a corporate director is murdered during a banquet speech. The case derails when two lazy officers stop to argue with a toddler instead of chasing suspects, leading to a chaotic hunt for justice.
Who directed Unfinnished Dinner?
Janis Streics directed this quirky blend of comedy, mystery, and crime.
Who stars in Unfinnished Dinner?
The film features Uldis Vazdiks, Romualds Ancans, Janis Paukstello, Pauls Butkevics, and Boļeslavs Ružs as key figures in this tangled whodunit.
Is Unfinnished Dinner (1979) worth watching?
*Unfinnished Dinner* offers a unique take on the crime genre, mixing satire with suspense. While it may not appeal to purists seeking a tight mystery, its humor and social commentary make it a charming oddity worth exploring for fans of Scandinavian cinema.
How long is Unfinnished Dinner?
The runtime for *Unfinnished Dinner* is 123 minutes.
About Unfinnished Dinner (1979) — A Comedy-Mystery Where Chaos Dines with Crime
A prestigious restaurant turns into a crime scene in *Unfinnished Dinner* (1979), a darkly comedic mystery directed by Janis Streics. When the director of a major company is murdered mid-banquet, the investigation stumbles into absurdity as bumbling officers Kvant and Kristiansson get sidetracked by a toddler's misheard plea for "police, police, mashed potatoes." Led by the sharp Criminal Investigation Officer Pierre Monson, the case takes a sharp turn when reinforcements arrive from the capital, revealing a tangled web of secrets behind the glittering façade. The film blends crime, comedy, and social satire, capturing the absurdity of bureaucracy clashing with justice.
Streics' direction infuses the story with a mix of tension and humor, as the elite dine while chaos unfolds. The themes of incompetence, class divides, and the fragility of order under pressure drive the narrative, making *Unfinnished Dinner* a cult classic for fans of Scandinavian whodunits with a twist.