The Olsen Gang and Dynamite-Harry Towards New Heights
The Olsen Gang and Dynamite-Harry Towards New Heights

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The Olsen Gang and Dynamite-Harry Towards New Heights

1979
Movie
99 min
Norwegian

An unfaithful servant in the Norwegian Petroleum Directorate tries to sell top secret information to German industry leaders. Egon has a plan to earn money on the transaction himself.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Erik BallingGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

In this installment of the beloved Danish comedy series, the Olsen Gang finds themselves in a predicament after a heist goes awry, leading to their entanglement with the eccentric criminal Dynamite-Harry. They must navigate a series of increasingly absurd situations and outsmart the authorities, all while trying to secure their ill-gotten gains and escape the clutches of the law.

Critical Reception

The film was a commercial success in Denmark, continuing the Olsen Gang's tradition of lighthearted, slapstick crime comedies that appealed to a broad audience. Critics generally acknowledged its formulaic but enjoyable nature, praising the chemistry of the main cast and the consistent humor that defined the series.

What Reviewers Say

  • A classic example of the Olsen Gang formula, delivering predictable but reliable laughs.

  • The introduction of Dynamite-Harry adds a fresh, albeit chaotic, element to the usual capers.

  • Fans of the series will find their favorite characters and comedic style intact.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive among fans of the Olsen Gang series, who appreciate the continued humor and the ensemble's performances.

Fun Fact

Dynamite-Harry, a recurring character in the series, was played by the same actor, Axel Strøbye, in this and subsequent appearances, despite his often volatile and unpredictable nature within the films.

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