Suck Me Shakespeer
Suck Me Shakespeer

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Suck Me Shakespeer

2013
Movie
117 min
German

Ex-con Zeki Müller goes undercover as a teacher at a below average Gymnasium to find money he'd stashed prior to incarceration.

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IMDb6.5/10
Google Users81%
Director: Bora DagtekinGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A recently released ex-convict tries to retrieve his buried loot, which happens to be under the gymnasium of a high school. To gain access, he assumes the identity of a substitute teacher, a role surprisingly easier to fill than he anticipated. He soon finds himself navigating the chaotic world of teenagers and trying to impart some life lessons amidst his criminal endeavors.

Critical Reception

Suck Me Shakespeer was a commercial success in Germany, becoming one of the highest-grossing German films of 2013. It was praised for its humor and energetic pacing, though some critics found its humor to be crude or juvenile. The film resonated well with audiences, particularly younger demographics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its comedic energy and relatable portrayal of high school life.

  • Criticized by some for its often crude and slapstick humor.

  • Seen as an entertaining, albeit unsophisticated, comedy.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's humor and the protagonist's charismatic performance, finding it to be a fun and engaging watch. Some viewers noted that the comedy was at times very direct and perhaps not for everyone, but overall satisfaction was high.

Fun Fact

The film's success led to two sequels, 'Fack ju Göhte 2' (2015) and 'Fack ju Göhte 3' (2017), further cementing its popularity in German cinema.

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