Pills for Aurelia

A young, naive woman named Aurelia inherits a Swiss pharmaceutical company from her estranged uncle. She quickly finds herself entangled in the company's shady dealings and the machinations of its ambitious executives. Aurelia must navigate a world of corporate espionage and personal betrayal to uncover the truth about her uncle's death and reclaim her inheritance.

Pills for Aurelia was a moderate success upon its release, praised for its sharp satire and energetic performances, particularly from Liselotte Pulver. While some critics found its comedic elements occasionally overshadowed by its darker themes, it was generally well-received for its clever critique of the pharmaceutical industry and post-war German society.

• Praised for its biting satire of the pharmaceutical industry.

• Liselotte Pulver's vibrant performance was a highlight.

• Some found the tone inconsistent, balancing dark themes with comedy.

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The film was based on the 1954 novel of the same name by German author Herbert Barthel.