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As Luck Will Have It
Mung-wan (Yam Kim-fai), a huge spendthrift, followed the ill advice of his buddy (Leung Sing-po) to cheat cash out of his millionaire uncle in San Francisco with an alleged marriage. When told that the rich man will be back in town within days, they resort to asking their destitute tenant Man-wai (Pak Suet-sin) and the newborn in her arms to pose as Mung-wan's wife and son.
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Plot Summary
A somewhat hapless Englishman inherits a small, struggling circus in Austria. He must contend with the eccentric performers, a rival circus owner, and his own lack of experience. The story follows his attempts to make the circus a success and find romance amidst the chaos.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to positive reception, largely appreciated for its lighthearted comedic tone and European charm, though some critics found the plot predictable. It was considered a pleasant, if not groundbreaking, romantic comedy of its era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its whimsical atmosphere and gentle humor.
Enjoyed for its charming European setting and light romantic entanglements.
Found to be a somewhat predictable but enjoyable escapist film.
Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this film.
Fun Fact
The film was a British-Austrian co-production, filmed partly on location in Austria, contributing to its distinct European flavor.
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