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The story follows Oliver Cannon (), a mild-mannered magazine reporter sent by his demanding boss and father-in-law to cover a naval expedition in Antarctica. Accompanied by Peter Santelli ( George Maharis ), a suave photographer, Oliver’s mission quickly devolves from finding a "scoop" to creating one. Bored by the desolate landscape, the duo arranges to have two beautiful women they met in New Zealand flown in, leading to a series of predictable, broadly written comical scenarios. Critical Reception
Many modern reviews on platforms like Letterboxd and Scopophilia describe the script as virtually plotless, relying on flat scenarios that lack imagination. Quick, Before It Melts
While some viewers find it "cute" and "mostly fun to watch" for its era, most agree the humor has not aged particularly well. The Verdict The story follows Oliver Cannon (), a mild-mannered
The 1964 film is often remembered as a quintessential, if mediocre, example of the "zany" 1960s sex comedy. Based on the novel by Philip Benjamin, the movie attempts to blend cold-weather exploration with lighthearted farce but ultimately struggles to find its footing. The Plot: Cold War and Antarctic Escapades Critical Reception Many modern reviews on platforms like
