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Visit Out of the Blue
The multi-millionaire John Underhower travels from New York to Bavaria, where he’s bought a castle. The reason? He wants to prove there’s ghosts in the old building. John represents himself as a poor circus performer to his unsuspecting cousin Hyronimus, who works as a tour guide at the fortress. And Hyronimus has no shame in pretending to John, that he’s the proud owner of the castle. This little game soon leads to a lot of complications.
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Plot Summary
In post-war Germany, a renowned but lonely professor, Dr. Arthur Linder, becomes infatuated with a sultry nightclub singer named Aura. Despite his respectable position and the warnings of his colleagues, Linder descends into obsession, jeopardizing his career and reputation. His relationship with Aura ultimately leads to his emotional and social ruin.
Critical Reception
The Blue Angel (1959) received a mixed reception upon its release. While praised by some for its dramatic performances and exploration of themes like obsession and societal hypocrisy, others found its pacing slow and its characters unsympathetic. It did not achieve the same iconic status as its 1930 predecessor.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for the dramatic tension between the leads.
Criticized for being a less impactful remake of a classic.
Some found the portrayal of obsession compelling, while others saw it as melodramatic.
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Fun Fact
This 1959 film is a remake of the acclaimed 1930 German film of the same name, which starred Marlene Dietrich in her breakout role as Lola Lola.
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