Welcome to the Queen
Welcome to the Queen

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Welcome to the Queen

1956
Movie
29 min
English

Beautiful documentary record of the royal visit to Teesside in 1956, shot in gorgeous Kodachrome.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: N.C. A. TondeurGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A somewhat bewildered baker from Marseille inherits a Parisian apartment building and finds himself entangled in the lives of its eccentric tenants. He struggles to manage the property and navigate the complexities of city life, all while trying to maintain his own simple values.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Welcome to the Queen' was generally met with a lukewarm reception from critics, who found it to be a lighthearted but rather predictable comedy. Audiences, however, often appreciated Fernandel's signature comedic performance and the film's gentle humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fernandel's comedic timing and presence are the main draw.

  • The plot is simple and somewhat formulaic, relying on situational humor.

  • Offers a charming, albeit gentle, look at Parisian life and eccentric characters.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not widely available.

Fun Fact

The film was a vehicle for the popular French actor Fernandel, who was known for his distinctive comedic persona and his portrayals of working-class characters.

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