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We Are Getting Divorced
Monika and Johannes are married. With increasing frequency, their son Manni becomes the focus of their arguments. Since the two cannot agree to a compromise, they decide to break up. The ten-year-old Manni is supposed to spend four weeks with Monika followed by four weeks with Johannes on an alternating basis. They want to prove to each other who has the better parenting skills. The plan fails, however, because Manni is very good at playing his parents off against each other. When Monika and Johannes finally see through their son’s game, they realize that their way of life does not lead to better parenting and they conclude that good parenting can only be achieved if they work together.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy businessman, André, tries to get his wife, Isabelle, to divorce him by staging outrageous and embarrassing situations. His elaborate schemes, however, often backfire, leading to unexpected and comedic consequences as Isabelle remains unfazed or even amused by his efforts. The film follows André's increasingly desperate attempts to push Isabelle away, creating a whirlwind of chaos and misunderstandings.
Critical Reception
The film was a moderate success in its native France, playing on the lighthearted comedic misunderstandings common in French cinema of the era. While not critically acclaimed, it offered an enjoyable, escapist viewing experience for audiences.
What Reviewers Say
A light and breezy romantic comedy with predictable but amusing plot turns.
Features charming performances that carry the somewhat thin plot.
Offers a glimpse into 1960s French comedic sensibilities.
Google audience: Audience reviews are sparse for this older film, but where available, it's often described as a charming, if dated, romantic comedy that provides simple entertainment.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a trend of lighthearted comedies in French cinema during the late 1960s, often featuring glamorous stars and simple, relatable romantic entanglements.
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