Como Si Fuéramos Novios

A young woman, desperate to secure her family's financial future, agrees to a sham marriage with a wealthy but eccentric man. Her plan is to gain access to his fortune and then divorce him. However, things become complicated when she starts to develop genuine feelings for her unconventional husband, and he, in turn, finds himself falling for her, leading to humorous and romantic entanglements.

Como Si Fuéramos Novios was a popular comedy in Mexico during the 1980s, catering to a broad audience with its lighthearted humor and romantic themes. While not critically acclaimed by international standards, it was a commercial success and is remembered fondly by fans of Mexican cinema from that era for its comedic performances and straightforward romantic plot.

• Praised for its comedic performances, particularly from Alfonso Zayas and Rafael Inclán.

• Appreciated for its light, escapist romantic comedy formula.

• Seen as a typical example of Mexican popular cinema from the mid-1980s.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive for its nostalgic value and comedic elements. Viewers often recall it as a fun, lighthearted movie that delivers on its promise of romantic comedy with plenty of laughs.

The film is part of a wave of popular Mexican comedies from the 1980s that often featured ensemble casts of well-known comedic actors from television and film.