Immer Ärger mit Hochwürden
Immer Ärger mit Hochwürden

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Immer Ärger mit Hochwürden

1972
Movie
85 min
German

A new highway, a new chairlift, the election of the new mayor and again a lot of alcohol.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Ulf von ZastrowGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A young priest, Father Paul, arrives at a rural parish with progressive ideas, which immediately puts him at odds with the conservative villagers and his older, more traditional superior. He tries to modernize the church and connect with the youth, leading to humorous situations and misunderstandings.

Critical Reception

The film was a lighthearted comedy primarily aimed at a family audience, capitalizing on the popularity of its lead actor, Rudi Carrell. It received moderate reviews, appreciated for its comedic performances and simple, feel-good story, though some critics found it to be somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming lead performance and gentle humor.

  • A light and enjoyable comedy suitable for family viewing.

  • Some found the plot to be rather simplistic and predictable.

Google audience: Audience reception for this older German film is not widely documented on Google, but general sentiment suggests it was a well-liked, uncomplicated comedy of its time.

Fun Fact

Rudi Carrell, a major German entertainment star, was known for his singing, dancing, and comedic talents, which were heavily featured in this film.

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