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Die Millionen der Yvette
French milliner Yvette has a small fashion salon in Düsseldorf. The young gentlemen of society fall at her feet, but she is not accepted into their circles. That's why her former lover Maurice Daurignac manages to persuade her to pull off a big coup to get revenge on "high society". She pretends to be the heiress to ten million gold francs. A notary arrives from Paris accompanied by two supposed policemen and delivers the alleged money in a sealed parcel to the Bleichstetter bank in Düsseldorf, where it remains until the end of the inheritance process. The case drags on, and in the meantime the two are living large. When the bombshell bursts, Yvette has the young lawyer Dr. Hellmer to thank for the fact that she cannot be thrown to the angry citizens.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy widow, Yvette, leaves her fortune to her poodle, Fifi, much to the dismay of her greedy relatives. The relatives conspire to get rid of the dog and inherit the money. A series of comedic mishaps and mistaken identities ensues as the relatives attempt to execute their plan, leading to a chaotic and unexpected resolution.
Critical Reception
The film was a lighthearted German comedy intended for popular entertainment. Reviews at the time focused on its comedic elements and performances, with general audiences finding it amusing. Critical reception was largely positive for its genre, though not considered a groundbreaking cinematic achievement.
What Reviewers Say
Enjoyed for its silly premise and comedic performances.
A light and entertaining German comedy from the 1950s.
Some found the plot predictable but appreciated the escapist humor.
Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a charming and funny diversion, appreciating its straightforward comedic approach and the antics involving the poodle. Some viewers noted it as a pleasant, if not particularly sophisticated, comedy from its era.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the play 'The Cat and the Canary' by John Willard, though it takes a significantly different comedic approach.
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