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Big Times for the Crazy Bumpkins
In 1974, John Lo Mar co-directed The Crazy Bumpkins, a new variation on the time-tested, beloved Cantonese comedy "Country Bumpkin" tradition. That proved such a success that a sequel, Return Of The Crazy Bumpkins, soon appeared. Now, the third time's the charm, as John Lo Mar gets to both write and direct the third slapstick-filled installment, once again starring Yeh Feng and Wang Sha as the hapless and hilarious yokel Ah Niu and his crafty city-slicker Uncle Chou.
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Plot Summary
A group of American tourists, seeking adventure and exotic experiences, find themselves in a series of comical and erotic misadventures upon arriving in Africa. Their initial expectations are challenged by the local culture and their own naivete, leading to unexpected encounters and escapades.
Critical Reception
This film is a niche entry in erotic comedy, often noted for its low-budget production and reliance on suggestive humor rather than sophisticated storytelling. While it garnered some attention within its specific genre, it was not widely critically acclaimed and is generally considered a product of its time.
What Reviewers Say
Offers a glimpse into a particular era of erotic cinema.
Humor is subjective and may not appeal to all audiences.
Production values are typical for low-budget genre films of the 1970s.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely absent due to the film's niche nature and limited release in mainstream platforms. What little commentary exists often points to its dated style and reliance on crude humor.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of European erotic comedies produced in the 1970s, often filmed in exotic locations to enhance their appeal.
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