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A Stroke of Luck
Villaviciosa de al Lado is a peaceful town stuck in time, living exclusively of the fame of a 200 years-old spa. Therefore, city hall's debts threatens to close the spa and ruin all town. Their salvation becomes when suddenly mayor Anselmo and the rest of members of city hall realize that they won the Christmas Lottery. But their happiness turns in horror after to discover that the prize belongs to a serial number distributed by the town's brothel, causing the suspicion of the wives and fear of the husbands after a TV interview where Mari, brothel's owner, claims that the almost men of the town will have prize from the lottery. Wanting a way to charge the prize to save the town without having to suffer the anger of their respective women, Anselmo, Ricardo, César, Juandi and Paco plots a plan in order to steal the money from the brothel, meanwhile Mari tries reconcile her stranded life and restore the memory of her deceased father, a former mayor.
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Plot Summary
A British comedy centered around a group of friends who decide to pursue their dreams and escape their mundane lives. As they embark on a series of misadventures, they confront unexpected challenges and rediscover the true meaning of friendship and happiness.
Critical Reception
A Stroke of Luck received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its lighthearted humor and nostalgic appeal, while others found its plot predictable and its execution lacking. Audience reception was generally warmer, appreciating its feel-good nature.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its light-hearted comedic moments.
Criticized for a predictable storyline.
Appreciated by audiences for its feel-good tone.
Google audience: Audience reviews are not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film stars several well-known British television personalities, including Michael Barrymore, Sherrie Hewson, Billy Murray, and Sue Pollard, reuniting some of them from their various past television endeavors.
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