Boeing Boeing
Boeing Boeing

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Boeing Boeing

1978
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Dutch

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: John RichGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Bernard Lawrence, a swinging bachelor and successful architect in New York, juggles romantic relationships with three beautiful airline hostesses from different countries. He cleverly manages their schedules to avoid any conflicts, using a sophisticated system of alarms and timetables. However, his carefully orchestrated life begins to unravel when a new, faster jet airliners threatens to disrupt his meticulously planned romantic encounters.

Critical Reception

The 1978 film adaptation of Boeing Boeing received a generally lukewarm reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its farcical premise and the comedic performances, particularly from Don Adams, many found the humor dated and the plot predictable. It struggled to capture the same effervescent charm as its stage counterpart or other contemporary comedies.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's humor relies heavily on dated stereotypes and predictable farcical situations.

  • Don Adams delivers a charismatic performance, but it's not enough to elevate the material.

  • The plot, while having potential for comedic chaos, ultimately feels uninspired and repetitive.

Google audience: Audience reception for Boeing Boeing (1978) is not readily available, but general consensus indicates it was not a widely discussed or critically acclaimed film, suggesting a mixed to negative reception.

Fun Fact

This film is an adaptation of the successful 1960s stage farce of the same name, which starred Jerry Lewis in the lead role on Broadway.

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