Drei und eine halbe Portion
Drei und eine halbe Portion

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Drei und eine halbe Portion

1985
Movie
86 min
German

Two crash pilots from BravoAir have to fight crime with their dim-witted mechanic, the beautiful daughter of a beaten-up police inspector, and the mechanic's 15-year-old godson. Not only are the three of them and the little one clumsy, but so are the gangsters and the police.

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Director: Wolfgang BeckerGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

In this German comedy, a struggling advertising copywriter named Manfred is desperate for success and sees a chance to win a major contract. However, his life is complicated by his demanding girlfriend, his eccentric father, and a series of absurd events that threaten to derail his ambitions. He must navigate these personal and professional challenges to achieve his goals.

Critical Reception

As a relatively obscure German television film from the 1980s, 'Drei und eine halbe Portion' did not receive widespread critical attention internationally. Reviews from its original broadcast were generally mixed, with some appreciating its quirky humor and performances, while others found its plot somewhat disjointed. Audience reception was modest.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted comedic tone and character interactions.

  • Some critics noted a lack of narrative cohesion.

  • Performance of the lead actors received positive mentions.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific film is not readily available due to its niche status and original broadcast medium.

Fun Fact

This film was an early work for director Wolfgang Becker, who would later gain international fame for directing the critically acclaimed comedy 'Good Bye, Lenin!'.

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