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4 Schlüssel
Bank director Ernst Rose, owner of the Hamburg bank Traven & Co., is asked to go to the airport earlier than expected to pick up his daughter Silvia. When he arrives, he realizes too late that he has walked into a trap. He is overpowered by kidnappers and abducted. The gang around Alexander Ford and his men want to rob three and a half million from the bank vault at the weekend. But it can only be opened with four keys, which are in the hands of four so-called key holders. Under the direction of criminal Ford, all those involved become puppets in a game of life and death.
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Plot Summary
A comical crime story involving a stolen briefcase and a series of mistaken identities. A simple locksmith accidentally gets entangled in a plot involving spies and stolen secrets, leading to a series of chaotic and humorous situations as he tries to navigate the dangerous world he's stumbled into. The film follows his misadventures as he attempts to return the briefcase and escape the attention of both the criminals and the authorities.
Critical Reception
The film was a moderately successful German comedy, appreciated for its lighthearted approach to a crime plot and its comedic performances. While not critically acclaimed, it offered a pleasant entertainment experience for audiences of the era, with many enjoying the playful twists and turns.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its amusing premise and comedic timing.
The ensemble cast delivers charming performances.
A light and enjoyable crime-comedy.
Google audience: Audience reception data is not widely available.
Fun Fact
The film is notable for its use of mistaken identity tropes common in popular comedies of the mid-1960s and features a vibrant, albeit dated, visual style.
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