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SAS 181 antwortet nicht
Kurt, an apprentice in a fish combine, is an ambitious loner. He wants to show what a good sailor he is at a regatta, but fails because of his recklessness and the storm. Disappointed, he seeks affection from the girl Anke, but she loves the apprentice Hannes. During a trip together with Captain Laue, who presents himself as a fatherly friend to Kurt, the boys get into an argument. However, when Laue makes an unscheduled call at Bornholm and Kurt discovers that Laue wants to sell the cutter's catch and equipment and flee, he buries his differences with Hannes. Together and with the help of the old fisherman Jens, the boys rescue the cutter.
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Plot Summary
A German comedy-crime film where a series of seemingly unrelated incidents, including a stolen car and a lost parrot, begin to point towards a larger conspiracy. Inspector Brix is tasked with uncovering the truth behind the confusing events and the mysterious disappearance of a man connected to a prominent businessman. The investigation leads him through a labyrinth of secrets and double-dealings.
Critical Reception
While not a major international release, 'SAS 181 antwortet nicht' was a modest success in its native Germany, appreciated for its lighthearted approach to crime and its comedic elements. Critics at the time noted its entertaining pace and the charm of its lead actors, though some found the plot a bit convoluted.
What Reviewers Say
Enjoyed for its lighthearted crime-solving and comedic interludes.
Praised for its engaging pace and the chemistry between the main cast.
Some found the plot to be somewhat predictable or overly intricate.
Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge due to limited availability and data, but the film is generally remembered fondly by those who saw it for its accessible humor and straightforward detective narrative.
Fun Fact
The film is part of a series of German crime films featuring Inspector Brix, which were popular in the 1950s and 1960s, often adapting Edgar Wallace's mystery novels.
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