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Küss mich, Kanzler!
During the hot phase of the parliamentary election campaign, the marriage of Chancellor Ben Bischof and his wife breaks down. Bischof meets the cleaning lady Mila in an accident and falls in love with her. With her warmth, cheerful pragmatism and sense of reality, she opens his eyes to the everyday problems of his voters and saves him from a dangerous intrigue in the chancellor's office. When the secret affair threatens to come to light, the chancellor has to make a decision...
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Plot Summary
A successful, but aging politician finds himself in a career-ending scandal when his affair with a younger woman is revealed. To salvage his reputation and political career, he devises a plan to publicly 'adopt' her as his daughter, much to the shock of his wife and the public. The film humorously explores the absurdities of political image-making and the compromises people make to maintain power and public perception.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics generally acknowledging its satirical wit and strong performances, particularly from the lead actors. While some found the plot to be somewhat predictable, others praised its timely commentary on political machinations and media sensationalism. Audience reception leaned towards appreciation for its comedic elements and lighthearted take on a potentially scandalous situation.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sharp satirical take on political scandal and public image.
Wolfgang Fierek's performance as the beleaguered politician was often highlighted.
Some critics found the narrative a bit too convenient or light for its serious underlying themes.
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Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Küss mich, Kanzler!', translates to 'Kiss me, Chancellor!' and plays on the often-unseen personal lives of public figures.
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