Boeing - Boeing
Boeing - Boeing

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Boeing - Boeing

1964
Movie
105 min
German

German television movie based on the play by Marc Camoletti.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Google Users75%
Director: John RichGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Bernard is a swinging bachelor who juggles three flight attendant fiancées, each from a different airline with different schedules. He keeps them all happy by rotating them out of town with the help of his long-suffering friend, Robert, and a series of elaborate lies. However, when all three airlines change their flight schedules, Bernard's carefully constructed world begins to spin out of control.

Critical Reception

Boeing Boeing was a box office success, though critically it received mixed reviews. While audiences enjoyed the slapstick comedy and the premise, some critics found the humor to be somewhat dated and the plot overly contrived. The performances, particularly from Jerry Lewis and Tony Curtis, were often highlighted as a saving grace.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film relies heavily on slapstick and fast-paced physical comedy.

  • The premise of a man juggling multiple fiancées is a classic comedic setup, but can feel predictable.

  • The star power of Lewis and Curtis provides much of the film's entertainment value.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a fun and lighthearted comedy, appreciating the comedic talents of Jerry Lewis and Tony Curtis. Some viewers noted that while the humor might not be sophisticated, it delivers on laughs. Others felt the plot was a bit silly but enjoyable for a classic comedy.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the 1961 stage play of the same name by Marc Camoletti, which was a massive hit in the West End and on Broadway.

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