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Tags: french riviera, gigolo, pretending to be mentally challenged

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Wealthy native Brit Lawrence Jamieson, living in Beaumont-sur-Mer on the French Riviera, earns most of his money through big cons on wealthy unsuspecting women. With the help of his associates, corrupt Police Inspector Andre, who provides him most of his intel, and his butler Arthur, he pulls scams such as pretending to be a foreign deposed Prince who needs money to finance a secret war to liberate his people.

Beaumont-sur-Mer, and thus his world, is invaded by brash American Freddy Benson, another con man whose targets are also wealthy unsuspecting women. Lawrence believes Freddy is the Jackal, a con man whose true identity is unknown, but who is known to be working his way through Europe. While Lawrence works on thousands of dollars per scam, Freddy works only on tens or if he is lucky hundreds of dollars.

Lawrence's efforts to get Freddy out of his territory are unsuccessful, so when Freddy figures out that Lawrence is a con man like he is, he decides to blackmail Lawrence to work under him to learn the art of the sophisticated and thus earn more lucrative con.

Eventually, Lawrence and Freddy have a difference in how to operate their joint cons, so they issue each other an ultimatum: the person who is able to con a mark out of fifty thousand dollars first will get the French Riviera as their territory, with the other having to leave forever.

Who they choose is naive and slightly bumbling American "soap Queen" Janet Colgate, who has just arrived in the area. The nature of how each tries to get the fifty thousand dollars from Janet changes over time, each needing to play off the other's con. But their focus may change with more information learned about the situation, as well as some external factors they did not anticipate.

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Play	Title	Artist
	Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
	Puttin' On the Ritz	Irving Berlin: Writer
	Pick Yourself Up	Dorothy Fields: Lyrics Jerome Kern: Performer
	The Gold Diggers' Song (We're in the Money)	Harry Warren: Performer
	Celui Qui S'en Va
	La donna è mobile
	Overture	David Yazbek: Performer
	Give Them What They Want	David Yazbek: Performer
	What Was a Woman to Do	David Yazbek: Performer
	Great Big Stuff	David Yazbek: Performer
	Chimp in a Suit	David Yazbek: Performer
	Oklahoma?	David Yazbek: Performer
	All About Ruprecht	David Yazbek: Performer
	Here I Am	David Yazbek: Performer
	Nothing Is Too Wonderful to Be True	David Yazbek: Performer
	The Miracle	David Yazbek: Performer
	Ruffhousin' Mit Shuffhausen	David Yazbek: Performer
	Like Zis/Like Zat	David Yazbek: Performer
	The More We Dance	David Yazbek: Performer
	Love Is My Legs	David Yazbek: Performer
	Love Sneaks In	David Yazbek: Performer
	Son of Great Big Stuff	David Yazbek: Performer
	A Message from John Lithgow	David Yazbek: Performer
	The Reckoning	David Yazbek: Performer
	Dirty Rotten Number	David Yazbek: Performer
	Finale	David Yazbek: Performer
	All About Reprecht	David Yazbek: Performer
	Prologue/Dirty Rotten Theme	Miles Goodman: Performer
	Zurich/Ciao	Miles Goodman: Performer
	Pick Yourself Up (Jerome Kern)	Miles Goodman: Performer
	What A Guy/Lady Fanny	Miles Goodman: Performer
	Putting On The Ritz (Irving Berlin)	Miles Goodman: Performer
	Ruprecht Tango	Miles Goodman: Performer
	We're In The Money (A.Dubin, Harry Warren)	Miles Goodman: Performer
	The Bet/Dirty Rotten Rolls*(Unused)	Miles Goodman: Performer
	The Cure/Protector Of The Veldt* (Unused)	Miles Goodman: Performer
	Le Donna E Mobile	Miles Goodman: Performer
	Out Of Control (Unused)	Miles Goodman: Performer
	From Here To Infirmity	Miles Goodman: Performer
	C'est Vrai/Soap Queen (Unused)	Miles Goodman: Performer
	Maneuvers	Miles Goodman: Performer
	Miracle Of Life	Miles Goodman: Performer
	Janet Airport/Auf Weiderzen	Miles Goodman: Performer
	Coup De Grace/The Jackal	Miles Goodman: Performer
	End Credits	Miles Goodman: Performer
	Ruffhousin' Mit Shuffhausen	David Yazbek: Performer
	We're In The Money (A.Dubin, Harry Warren)	Miles Goodman: Performer
	C'est Vrai/Soap Queen (Unused)	Miles Goodman: Performer

User reviews

Robert Wilson

8/10

The use of different musical motifs for Lawrence and Freddy helps to distinguish between their contrasting personalities and approaches to con artistry.

Melissa Campbell

8/10

The soundtrack of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels perfectly captures the luxurious and sophisticated atmosphere of the French Riviera where the story takes place.

Richard Scott

6/10

The diverse musical styles in the soundtrack, from upbeat jazz to romantic ballads, showcase the versatility of the composer and add variety to the overall listening experience. The eclectic mix of genres keeps the audience engaged and entertained, reflecting the dynamic nature of the characters and their schemes.

Michelle Parker

8/10

The soundtrack features a diverse range of musical styles and instruments, adding richness and variety to the overall listening experience.

Charles Gonzalez

7/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a standout element of the film, elevating the storytelling and immersing the audience in the glamorous world of high-stakes cons on the French Riviera.

Joshua Campbell

8/10

The soundtrack effectively conveys the humor and wit of the film, providing a playful backdrop to the comedic situations that unfold.

George Walker

6/10

The playful and whimsical tunes in the soundtrack reflect the comedic elements of the movie, adding a lighthearted and fun touch to the story. The music complements the witty dialogue and comedic timing of the actors, creating a delightful and entertaining experience for the audience.

George Wright

9/10

The soundtrack of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels perfectly captures the glamorous and sophisticated atmosphere of the French Riviera setting. The music effortlessly blends elements of jazz, classical, and European influences to create a luxurious and intriguing auditory experience that complements the film's storyline of high-stakes cons and deception.

Sarah Thompson

7/10

The music enhances the tension and suspense during the elaborate cons orchestrated by Lawrence Jamieson and Freddy Benson, adding depth to their characters.

Donna Lopez

6/10

The soundtrack of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels perfectly captures the sophisticated and glamorous atmosphere of the French Riviera setting. The use of elegant orchestration and jazzy melodies sets the tone for the high-class world of Lawrence Jamieson and Freddy Benson.

Ashley White

7/10

The emotional depth conveyed through the music amplifies the character development and motivations of Lawrence, Freddy, and Janet, bringing a sense of authenticity to their interactions.

Elizabeth Scott

7/10

The elegant and jazzy compositions in the soundtrack mirror the charm and allure of the wealthy unsuspecting women targeted by the con men, creating a captivating ambiance.

Donna Rodriguez

5/10

The music in the film effectively enhances the tension and suspense during the elaborate con schemes orchestrated by Lawrence and Freddy. The dramatic crescendos and suspenseful motifs add depth to the intricate plots and keep the audience engaged throughout the film.

John Miller

10/10

The score of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels enhances the tension and humor of the film, adding depth to the characters and their elaborate schemes. The use of different musical motifs and styles for Lawrence and Freddy reflects their contrasting personalities and approaches to the art of the con, creating a dynamic and engaging soundtrack that keeps the audience enthralled throughout the movie.

Linda Thompson

5/10

Overall, the soundtrack of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a captivating and integral part of the film, enhancing the storytelling, character development, and atmosphere of the French Riviera setting. The music elevates the viewing experience and immerses the audience in the world of high-stakes cons and unexpected twists.

David Garcia

7/10

The music transitions seamlessly between scenes, enhancing the pacing of the film and maintaining the audience's engagement throughout.

Donna Turner

6/10

The romantic and sentimental themes in the soundtrack enhance the emotional moments in the film, particularly in the interactions between Lawrence, Freddy, and Janet Colgate. The tender melodies and heartfelt harmonies convey the characters' vulnerabilities and desires, adding depth to their relationships.

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