Ihr Leibhusar
Ihr Leibhusar

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Ihr Leibhusar

1938
Movie
94 min
German

An easy-going hussar officer successfully vies for the love of a millionaire's daughter.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Carl LamacGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

In this charming musical comedy, a young man named Hans unexpectedly finds himself in the service of a charming princess as her personal hussar. His new role comes with both excitement and humorous challenges as he navigates courtly life and his burgeoning feelings for the princess. The film follows his comical attempts to impress her while dealing with the eccentricities of the royal court.

Critical Reception

Ihr Leibhusar was a popular German-language film of its time, appreciated for its lighthearted entertainment, musical numbers, and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Anny Ondra and Hans Moser. It offered escapist fare during a period of political tension in Europe, and remains a notable example of the musical comedies produced in Germany during the late 1930s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted and comedic tone.

  • Appreciated for its musical elements and engaging performances.

  • Seen as a pleasant, escapist entertainment piece.

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Fun Fact

Anny Ondra, who plays the princess, was also a celebrated silent film actress and the wife of the film's director, Carl Lamac.

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