The Object of Beauty (1991) – American couple's financial problems in London and a missing sculpture

Description

American couple Jake and Tina live in a luxurious London hotel that exceeds their financial means, leading to a significant debt. One evening, when Jake's credit card is declined while trying to pay for an extravagant dinner bill, he suggests selling Tina's small but valuable Henry Moore sculpture to cover the debt. This creates a need to find a solution to avoid financial troubles. Jake and Tina devise a plan to pretend that the sculpture has been stolen in order to collect an insurance payout. However, the sculpture soon mysteriously disappears, creating new obstacles for their schemes. This unexpected disappearance complicates their situation and forces them to seek ways to cope with unforeseen events and avoid potential consequences. In this 1991 drama, comedy, and crime film directed by Michael Lindsay-Hogg, the main roles are played by John Malkovich and Andie MacDowell. The story explores financial machinations and unexpected events related to the ownership of valuable artworks, revealing the complex relationships and conflicts of interest among the characters.