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The Amorous Milkman
Davey's milk delivery job offers him scant excitement. But when a few of the lonely housewives, including the alluring Rita, want him to deliver a little more than just pints of milk, Davey launches into a series of sexcapades that quickly get out of hand. Soon, he finds himself engaged to two women, dodging a local gangster who doesn't appreciate his "service" and fighting false rape charges in court.
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Plot Summary
A sexually frustrated milkman finds himself in a series of comical and erotic encounters as he makes his daily rounds. He uses his position to pursue various women, leading to a whirlwind of clandestine affairs and amusing situations. The film explores the humorous side of desire and temptation in a small French town.
Critical Reception
The Amorous Milkman is a minor entry in the French erotic comedy genre of the 1970s, often remembered more for its suggestive title and premise than for significant critical acclaim. It typically received reviews that highlighted its lighthearted, if often crude, humor and its focus on sexual escapades, aligning with the expectations of its target audience during that era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unpretentious, lighthearted erotic humor.
Noted for its period charm and depiction of 1970s French comedy.
Criticized by some for its simplistic plot and predictable scenarios.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available tend to appreciate its nostalgic feel and its straightforward, often silly, approach to erotic comedy. Some viewers found it to be a charmingly dated example of its genre, while others may find its humor and themes less appealing by modern standards.
Fun Fact
Despite its suggestive title and genre, 'The Amorous Milkman' was directed by Jean-François Davy, who also directed other films in the French erotic comedy vein, contributing to the genre's output in the 1970s.
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