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O Roubo das Calcinhas
Brazilian comedy in two segments. 'Theft of the Panties': Four friends are broke during Christmas. Genaro decides to rob a brothel because he thinks that the victims won't call the police. To get to know the place, one of the friends, Alfredo, disguises as a woman and goes there with Genaro. They set up a plan and then return to execute the robbery. 'I Love Cod': The owner of a bar in the suburbs, the Portuguese Manuel, wins the sports lottery. Three mechanics find themselves wronged for having almost won the prize and abduct Manuel's wife, demanding ransom. Manuel refuses to pay, as he finally got rid of his wife and can now win the woman of his dreams. Knowing this, the wife collaborates with the kidnappers to reverse the plan: Manuel will have to pay the ransom if he does not want to see her again.
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Plot Summary
This Portuguese comedy follows a group of unlikely thieves who plan and execute a heist with a peculiar target: a collection of valuable women's underwear. The film humorously explores their amateurish attempts, the bizarre nature of their objective, and the chaotic consequences that ensue from their ill-conceived plan.
Critical Reception
As a lesser-known Portuguese exploitation film from the 1970s, 'O Roubo das Calcinhas' has not received widespread critical attention or traditional reviews. It is generally considered a niche film within its genre, appreciated more for its campy premise and B-movie charm than for its cinematic artistry.
What Reviewers Say
A quirky and low-budget crime comedy.
Features a unique and humorous premise.
Enjoyed for its unconventional plot and cult appeal.
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Fun Fact
The film is noted for its unusual and provocative title, which directly translates to 'The Panty Robbery' and was likely chosen for its shock value and to attract audiences to its niche comedy.
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