Lock Up Your Daughters
Lock Up Your Daughters

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Lock Up Your Daughters

1980
Movie
230 min
Arabic

Dr. Raafat faces challenges and difficulties in raising his three daughters, Fawzia (Sanaa Younis), Soso (Shreihan) and Nadia (Ijlal Zaki).

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Peter CoeGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

Set in 18th-century London, this lively musical comedy follows the escapades of a group of spirited young women eager to escape the confines of their respectable lives. With the help of a charming rogue, they embark on a series of mischievous adventures, leading to humorous encounters and romantic entanglements.

Critical Reception

Lock Up Your Daughters received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its energetic musical numbers and lighthearted comedic tone. Some critics found the plot somewhat predictable but acknowledged the performances and the overall enjoyable entertainment value.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant musical sequences and spirited performances.

  • Appreciated for its lighthearted and humorous approach to its story.

  • Some found the plot to be a bit formulaic, but overall enjoyable.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on the 1959 musical of the same name, which itself was adapted from the 1730 comic opera 'The Beggar's Opera' by John Gay.

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