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Le Teckel
Guy Farkas, nicknamed "Le Teckel" (The Dachshund), a seasoned medical representative who has seen it all, will have to team up with a new young executive to sell a new medical drug suspected of having caused hundreds of deaths..
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Plot Summary
A short comedic film where a man tries to impress a woman by showing off his trained dachshund. The dog, however, has a mind of its own and complicates the man's attempts at romance.
Critical Reception
As a short film from 1938, 'Le Teckel' is primarily of historical interest. Its reception is not widely documented in modern critical circles, but it is understood to be a lighthearted comedic piece typical of its era.
What Reviewers Say
A charmingly simple pre-war comedy.
Relies on slapstick and animal antics for humor.
A brief, light diversion.
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Fun Fact
While Pierre Richard-Willm was a well-known actor in French cinema during the 1930s and 40s, this short film is a lesser-known work in his extensive filmography.
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