Son of the Pink Panther (HBO)
Inspector Clouseau's son continues his comical legacy

About Son of the Pink Panther (HBO)
Released: 1993
Platform: Max
Rating: PG
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Cast
Roberto Benigni, Herbert Lom, Robert Davi, Debrah Farentino, Shabana Azmi, Claudia Cardinale
About Son of the Pink Panther (HBO)
Son of the Pink Panther is a 1993 comedy film directed by Blake Edwards. It is the ninth film in The Pink Panther series. The plot revolves around an inept French police detective, Jacques Gambrelli, who is unaware that he is the illegitimate son of the legendary Inspector Jacques Clouseau. The film is filled with comedic turns as Gambrelli stumbles his way through various investigations, displaying the same level of incompetence as his father.
Making / Production
An iconic part of the movie industry, the Pink Panther series, under the direction of prominent filmmaker Blake Edwards, created a lasting legacy. The film was produced by Edwards and Tony Adams, with cinematography handled by Dick Bush. The film was primarily shot in France, capturing the scenic beauty of the French Riviera, and most prominently, the glamour of Nice.
Actors
- Roberto Benigni - Played the role of Jacques Gambrelli. Benigni's comedic charm brought the character alive, carrying forward the legacy of his on-screen father.
- Herbert Lom - Portrayed Charles Dreyfus, Clouseau's former boss, reprising his role from the previous films. His performance added an extra layer of comedy to the story.
- Claudia Cardinale - The Italian actress reprised her role from the original 1963 film, adding a touch of nostalgia.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Son of the Pink Panther is the last in the series to be directed by Blake Edwards.
- The movie marked Claudia Cardinale's return to the Pink Panther series after 30 years.
- Despite its comedic premise, the film was critically panned and was a box-office flop.
Awards
Unfortunately, Son of the Pink Panther did not win any major awards.
Quotes
- "Don't make a career out of this."
- "Unexpected? My unexpected?!"
- "I am a policeman, I can die for less, but not less than this."
Music, Soundtrack
- The movie's soundtrack preserves the iconic Pink Panther theme composed by Henry Mancini, adding to the nostalgia of the franchise.
- The film score was composed by Henry Mancini, his last for the Pink Panther series.
- Interesting tracks include 'The Inspector Clouseau Theme' and 'The Pink Panther Theme', which were used prominently throughout the film.

About Son of the Pink Panther (HBO)
Son of the Pink Panther is a comedy where Inspector Clouseau's bumbling son solves crime mysteries and contributes to global hilarity.