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Brother for All the Money
Honza and Zuzana are very young husband and wife. They have a little daughter of whom willingly occasionally take care the grandparents and Honza's fifteen-year-old brother Martin. Zuzana continues studying and Honza devotes all weekends as an amateur competitor to the motor-cycles at the speedway. Zuzana is not interested in motor-cycles. Martin holds responsible for his brother's marriage and at the advice of his friend Magda, who is of the same age, invites her sister-in-law to the club of Hucul horses so that she does not feel bored. But by misfortunes and unexplained quarrels both young husband and wife start being jealous of one another.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy and eccentric man, bored with his life, decides to fake his own death to experience the world from a different perspective. He adopts a new identity and embarks on a series of humorous adventures, encountering various characters and situations that challenge his assumptions about life and happiness. His elaborate scheme leads to unexpected consequences and a re-evaluation of his priorities.
Critical Reception
The film was met with mixed to negative reviews, primarily seen as a lighthearted but unremarkable comedy typical of its era. While some appreciated its comedic premise and Lando Buzzanca's performance, others found the plot predictable and lacking in originality. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, contributing to its status as a lesser-known film.
What Reviewers Say
A predictable but mildly amusing comedy vehicle for Lando Buzzanca.
Fails to deliver substantial laughs or memorable moments.
Seen as a forgettable entry in Italian comedy from the late 70s.
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Fun Fact
Lando Buzzanca, known for his comedic roles, often played characters who found themselves in absurd or embarrassing situations, a trope that is central to the premise of 'Brother for All the Money'.
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