Young Einstein
Albert Einstein is the son of a Tasmanian apple farmer, who discovers the secret of splitting the beer atom to put the bubbles back into beer. When Albert travels to Sydney to patent his invention he meets beatuiful French scientist Marie Curie, as well as several unscrupulous types who try to take advantage of the naive genius and his invention.
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Plot Summary
In this zany comedy, Albert Einstein is portrayed as a young Australian apple farmer with a revolutionary idea about the nature of everything. When he discovers that his father's beer has lost its fizz due to a lack of carbonation, he sets out to invent the component that will bring it back. His quest takes him to Paris and New York, where he encounters love and scientific rivals, all while trying to save his brewery and the world.
Critical Reception
Yahoo Serious's "Young Einstein" was a modest box office success in Australia and gained a cult following internationally. While critically divisive, its unique premise and earnest absurdity garnered a certain charm for many viewers, though others found its humor and plot to be underdeveloped.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its originality and quirky sense of humor.
- Criticized for a simplistic plot and uneven comedic execution.
- Seen as a charming but ultimately silly endeavor.
Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a humorous and entertaining, albeit unconventional, comedy. Many appreciated the film's unique premise and the lead actor's commitment to his eccentric character.
Fun Fact
The film's director and star, Yahoo Serious (born Greg Hughes), famously used his own name as his screen identity and marketed the film heavily with his distinctive persona.
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