Probably for the wrong reasons. I loved the over-the-top mansion full of objets d'art, and Lee Grants wardrobe of russet costumes, her orange lipstick, her "coffee shimmer" nail polish. She played her part really well, too.
The other thing that struck me - the showdown takes place in an airport which is obviously the epitome of glamour. Passengers are dressed to the nines, and the cocktail bar has tinkly music and brown plastic seats. Loved the way the muzak faded up and played behind the credits. I should have paid more attention!
I've never been that much of a Columbo fan but on this showing I need to catch up with some more episodes.
Update: Caught up. So this was a second pilot? Note the way Lee Grant's character lists Columbo's tricks and fails to be fooled by them! As usual, though, blood vapourises and small women manhandle large bodies.
The other thing that struck me - the showdown takes place in an airport which is obviously the epitome of glamour. Passengers are dressed to the nines, and the cocktail bar has tinkly music and brown plastic seats. Loved the way the muzak faded up and played behind the credits. I should have paid more attention!
I've never been that much of a Columbo fan but on this showing I need to catch up with some more episodes.
Update: Caught up. So this was a second pilot? Note the way Lee Grant's character lists Columbo's tricks and fails to be fooled by them! As usual, though, blood vapourises and small women manhandle large bodies.