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Überleben an der Wickelfront
The journalist Dieter Lindemann and the lawyer Esther have finally become parents - twins. But who stays at home now? Esther has just taken over the management of her law firm. So Dieter stays at home and is looking forward to the time out: sleeping late in the morning, having a leisurely breakfast and playing with the twins in the afternoon. Puppy cake! Balancing career and fatherhood turns into a balancing act between career women and cake batter.
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Plot Summary
In the midst of World War II, a group of Austrian men are conscripted into the army and sent to the Eastern Front. Far from being prepared for the horrors of war, they find themselves hilariously out of their depth, constantly trying to avoid combat and survive through sheer incompetence and a healthy dose of gallows humor. Their misadventures highlight the absurdity of war and the resilience of the human spirit.
Critical Reception
The film was generally well-received by Austrian audiences and critics for its dark humor and satirical take on war, particularly within the context of Austrian history. It was praised for its ability to find comedy in a bleak setting, though some found the humor to be overly reliant on slapstick and the historical parallels to be somewhat simplified.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its dark comedic take on a serious subject.
Appreciated for its satire of military incompetence.
Some found the humor to be a bit too broad or simplistic.
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Fun Fact
The film is a remake of the 1970 Austrian film 'Ach, du lieber Augustin' (Oh, You Dear Augustin).
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