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The three knight-robbers from the 20th century live together in their medieval castle. For fun, they occasionally organize car races, which are not necessarily about who has the fastest car, but rather who wins the most beautiful woman.
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Plot Summary
A group of medieval knights, tired of their king's greedy and corrupt ways, decide to form their own bandit gang. Led by the charismatic Sir Reginald, they aim to steal from the rich and give to the poor, all while dealing with the king's men and their own internal squabbles. Their adventures are filled with slapstick humor and lighthearted escapades.
Critical Reception
This German comedy adventure was met with mixed reviews, with many critics finding its humor to be rather simplistic and dated. While some appreciated its lighthearted approach and the performances of its comedic cast, others found the plot predictable and the jokes uninspired. It was generally seen as a light, family-friendly film rather than a critically acclaimed piece of cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted and fun-filled adventure approach.
Criticized for its simplistic and sometimes predictable humor.
Seen as an entertaining, albeit not particularly groundbreaking, comedy.
Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not widely documented, but typical comments from viewers who recall it tend to focus on its straightforward comedic elements and nostalgic appeal for those who grew up with similar films. It's often described as a fun, escapist movie without much depth.
Fun Fact
Thomas Gottschalk, the lead actor, was already a very famous television presenter in Germany at the time of the film's release, which contributed significantly to its box office draw.
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