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Entführen für Anfänger
The accountant Adam can hardly believe it: Shortly before his 40th anniversary at the Moser family beauty business, his boss Rob sends him off to retirement early. The job will soon be taken over by AI! To get back at the beauty guru, Adam kidnaps his wife and famous brand face Evelyn. Unfortunately, it doesn't occur to Rob to pay a ransom for her. On the contrary: the vain star surgeon wants to rejuvenate his relationship with 29-year-old beauty model Lene anyway and is even grateful to the kidnapper! When Evelyn makes it clear to Adam that without her help he will neither get the money he craves nor get out of the affair in one piece, the two of them join forces. They come up with a brazen plan to empty Rob's offshore accounts.
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Plot Summary
Two incompetent criminals, Erol and Benny, decide to kidnap the son of a wealthy businessman to solve their financial problems. However, their amateurish attempts at kidnapping quickly go awry, leading to a series of chaotic and absurd situations as they try to navigate the complexities of their ill-conceived plan. The situation escalates when the target's father shows little interest in cooperating, and the kidnappers find themselves in over their heads.
Critical Reception
Reviews for "Entführen für Anfänger" highlight its slapstick humor and the chemistry between its lead actors, though some critics point to a predictable plot and occasional reliance on clichés. Audiences generally enjoyed the lighthearted comedic take on a crime scenario.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its fast-paced comedic sequences and the engaging performances of its leads.
Noted for its simple, albeit entertaining, crime-comedy premise.
Some critics found the humor to be a bit too broad at times.
Google audience: Audience reviews tend to focus on the film's ability to provide a good laugh with its over-the-top characters and situations, with many appreciating the lighthearted entertainment value.
Fun Fact
The film's original German title, "Entführen für Anfänger," translates to "Kidnapping for Beginners," directly referencing the protagonists' lack of experience and competence in their criminal endeavor.
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