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Sensuela
Laila is an innocent Lappish girl and the only daughter of a reindeer herder. During World War II, Laila rescues a crashed German fighter pilot, Hans, and the two develop warm feelings for each other during his convalescence. Years later, after the war, Hans returns to Lapland as a freelance photographer and manages to lure Laila to run away with him to the capital, Helsinki, to start a career as a photo model, much to the chagrin of her traditional father, Aslak. After initial happiness, however, Hans abandons Laila, and the decadent lifestyle of a big city sends her life into a downward spiral.
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Plot Summary
A young, naive woman named Susi travels to a remote island where she is to marry a wealthy count. Upon arrival, she discovers the island is a haven for eccentric characters and sexual liberation. Susi navigates the peculiar customs and her own awakening desires in this comedic exploration of sensuality.
Critical Reception
Sensuela was a product of its time, aiming for titillation and lighthearted comedy. While it garnered some popularity for its daring subject matter and stars, critical reviews were often lukewarm, focusing on its sensationalist elements over artistic merit. It's generally remembered as a typical German sex comedy of the early 1970s.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its playful and unpretentious approach to eroticism.
Often cited for its comedic elements and escapist fantasy.
Criticized by some for its shallow plot and predictable nature.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest appreciation for its lighthearted, comedic take on sexual themes, typical of its era. Some viewers found it entertaining for its escapism, while others noted its simplicity.
Fun Fact
The film was marketed with a suggestive title and promotional material, playing on the 'sexploitation' trends of the early 1970s, though it maintained a lighter, more comedic tone than many of its contemporaries.
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