The Troublemakers‎
The Troublemakers‎

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The Troublemakers‎

1953
Movie
92 min
German

Schorsch and Franz are two rascals who are full of mischief and constantly tease both their teachers and their fellow pupils. Vera, the new classmate, decides to put her foot down and bring an end to the poor situation. With skill, patience and the help of the other pioneers she finds out about the troublemaker’s love for miniature trains and tries to direct their redundant energy onto the right track. However, Vera and her pioneers have to overcome some resistance before Schorsch and Franz finally change their behavior and become better classmates.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Robert GordonGenres: Comedy, Western

Plot Summary

In the Old West, a naive rancher is manipulated by his conniving landlady into trying to swindle a wealthy landowner out of his territory. However, his well-intentioned but clumsy attempts to cause trouble often backfire, leading to humorous situations. As he navigates the tricky dealings, he finds himself falling for the landowner's daughter, complicating his original plan.

Critical Reception

The Troublemakers is a lighthearted comedy western that was generally received with mild amusement by audiences of its time. While not a critical darling, its simple plot and comedic elements provided an easygoing viewing experience. It is often remembered for its straightforward narrative and the performances of its cast in a genre that was at its peak popularity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted comedic approach to western tropes.

  • Seen as a simple, entertaining diversion rather than a groundbreaking film.

  • Performances by the lead actors were generally considered adequate for the comedic tone.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Troublemakers' is not widely documented on Google reviews, but its era suggests it was likely viewed as a pleasant, unpretentious B-movie.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by a relatively small studio, Scott-Brown Productions, and was distributed by United Artists, typical for many western comedies of the early 1950s.

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