Where Does It Hurt?
Where Does It Hurt?

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Where Does It Hurt?

Movie
90 min
German

Two very different German couples meet during vacation in Kenya. A poker game takes an unexpected turn when a wife's body becomes the stake.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Rod AmateauGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A wealthy and eccentric philanthropist, Alistair, decides to fund a new hospital wing dedicated to his dying mother. However, he soon finds himself entangled in a series of bizarre and comedic events as he attempts to oversee the construction and operations of the facility. The hospital staff, including a cynical administrator and a naive intern, navigate the challenges posed by Alistair's unpredictable behavior and unconventional ideas.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often finding its humor to be uneven and its plot somewhat disjointed. While Peter Sellers' performance was occasionally praised, the overall execution failed to resonate with a broad audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Peter Sellers's comedic talent is evident but struggles to elevate the film.

  • The humor is often slapstick and doesn't always land effectively.

  • The plot meanders, making it difficult to fully engage with the story.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely absent in readily available data. Where information exists, it suggests a film that was not widely seen or discussed by the general public.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the last independent productions Peter Sellers made before his extensive work on the Pink Panther series continued.

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