Arabesque
Starring Sophia Lauren and Gregory Peck, this comedy thriller was released in 1966. It is described as “Hitchcockesque” because the protagonist finds himself in life-threatening and unlikely situations. Prime Minister Hassan Jena discovers a plot against him which is believed to be coded in hieroglyphics.
Arabesque, Sophia Loren, Gregory Peck, Photo By Moviestore Collection/Shutterstock
The film had mixed reviews, but it was a commercial success. Frederick Wilson was nominated for Best Editing, and Christian Dior, who designed the costumes, was nominated for Best Costume Design at the BAFTA Awards. Christopher Challis won Best Cinematography at the BAFTA Awards. Henry Mancini was also appointed for Best Original Score Written for a Motion Picture or Television Show at the Grammy Awards. Before they settled on Arabesque, other working titles included Crisscross and Cipher.