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Dirty Love
Valentine Demy and Susan Little star in this erotic tale of a young girl who sets off from the suburbs of New York City to seek fame as a dancer on Broadway. She finds that her exuberant body brings her into contact with many different facets of the Broadway nightlife, with sex as the dominant factor.
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Plot Summary
A struggling, somewhat pathetic writer named Walter has a crush on a beautiful woman named Brenda. He attempts to win her affection through various outlandish and often disastrous schemes, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and chaotic events. Despite his numerous failures, Walter's persistent, albeit misguided, pursuit continues.
Critical Reception
Dirty Love is a low-budget German comedy that received mixed to negative reviews, largely due to its perceived lack of originality and humor. While some viewers might appreciate its slapstick elements and earnest romantic pursuit, critics often pointed to weak writing and performances. It is not widely recognized for critical acclaim.
What Reviewers Say
Seen as a formulaic romantic comedy with predictable plot points.
Praised by some for its lighthearted, if silly, approach to romance.
Often criticized for its uninspired humor and weak character development.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews and ratings for "Dirty Love" (1988) is not readily available, making it difficult to ascertain specific audience sentiment.
Fun Fact
The film was a German production and is relatively obscure outside of Germany, contributing to its lack of widespread critical discussion or awards recognition.
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