We ask for an employee
We ask for an employee

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We ask for an employee

1932
Movie
35 min
French

A misunderstanding between two candidates for an open position take each other to the boss.

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Director: Sidney LanfieldGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In Soviet Russia, a factory manager is promoted and quickly becomes entangled in a love triangle with a beautiful factory worker and her husband. The film explores themes of ambition, class struggle, and personal desire within the backdrop of early Soviet industrialization. As the manager navigates his new position and complex relationships, he must confront the consequences of his actions and the societal pressures he faces.

Critical Reception

Information on the critical reception of 'The Employee' from 1932 is scarce. As a Soviet-era film, its initial distribution and critical analysis outside of the Soviet Union were limited. Contemporary reviews, if they exist, are not readily available in major databases.

What Reviewers Say

  • Due to the scarcity of readily available reviews from its release era, a specific consensus is difficult to establish.

  • Films from this period and region often faced ideological scrutiny and varied reception depending on political climate.

  • Without accessible contemporary critical commentary, an audience reception summary is also not available.

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Fun Fact

Ivan Mosjoukine, a prominent Russian actor of the silent and early sound eras, starred in this film. He was known for his intense performances and had a significant career in both Russian and European cinema before this role.

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