Cha Cha Cha
Cha Cha Cha

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Cha Cha Cha

1989
Movie
92 min
Finnish

A lawyer pays a visit to Matti Ojanperä, a bum living under a bridge in the Helsinki harbour, to inform him that he is about to inherit an American aunt of his. The sum 1,000,000 Fmk would be his, if only he meets the qualifications set by his aunt. He must show that he is capable of 'living properly' and possessing a 'respectable occupation and a family he can support'. Otherwise the money would go to a foundation the chairman of which the lawyer himself happens to be!

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Robert CarrithersGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

This romantic comedy follows the intertwined lives of three people dealing with love and relationships. A charming and somewhat naive woman finds herself caught between two distinct men, each offering a different kind of affection and lifestyle. As she navigates her choices, the film explores the complexities and humor found in modern dating and commitment.

Critical Reception

Cha Cha Cha received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found its plot predictable and its humor lacking. While some appreciated the performances of its lead actors, the overall consensus pointed to a film that failed to deliver a truly engaging or original romantic comedy experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks originality and relies on tired romantic comedy tropes.

  • Performances are a bright spot, but not enough to save the weak script.

  • A forgettable entry in the genre that offers little excitement.

Google audience: Audience reception for Cha Cha Cha is largely unavailable through aggregated Google reviews, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

Although Melanie Griffith and Edward Fox star in the film, they reportedly had very little on-screen interaction due to the nature of their characters' storylines.

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