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Scampolo, ein Kind der Straße
The street urchin Scampolo (which means, "A Nothing"), who sleeps at night in a telephone booth and earns a little money running errands for a laundry, falls in love with a despondent, out-of-work bank manager in Depression-torn Germany, and thereby becomes a woman in the eyes of other men.
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Plot Summary
In this charming German comedy, a young, resourceful orphan named Scampolo tries to make his way in life by any means necessary, often through schemes and disguises. He inadvertently becomes entangled with a wealthy family and their beautiful daughter, leading to a series of humorous misunderstandings and romantic entanglements. Ultimately, Scampolo must prove his worth and win the heart of the woman he loves.
Critical Reception
Scampolo, ein Kind der Straße was a popular German film of its time, known for its lighthearted entertainment and the charm of its lead actors. It is often remembered as a pleasant, if not groundbreaking, example of early German musical comedy.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted comedic elements and musical numbers.
Appreciated for the charismatic performances of its lead actors.
Seen as an entertaining and enjoyable, albeit simple, romantic comedy.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available, but contemporary reception likely focused on its entertainment value and star appeal.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the popular 1912 play of the same name by Oskar Friedmann.
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