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All in Order
Herbert (Heinz Lieven) is a solid, middle-class engineer who one day quits his job and ensconces himself at home (preferably in the bathroom), refusing to say very much to anyone. His wife (Dorothea Moritz ) is all the more upset at his behavior because on Sunday mornings he goes out into the street and yells at the top of his lungs for everyone to "get up." Eventually, the hard-working wife who is also earning their support convinces Herbert to go to a clinic for treatment. But is it a clinic he needs? Or is Herbert rebelling against a society that is too ordered, too sterile, too buried in the monotony of routine?
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Plot Summary
A pair of small-time crooks, down on their luck and desperate for cash, devise a plan to rob a bank. Their ambitious scheme quickly unravels, leading to a series of chaotic and darkly humorous misadventures as they try to escape the authorities and each other. The film follows their increasingly desperate attempts to pull off the heist and avoid capture.
Critical Reception
All in Order was not widely released and garnered minimal critical attention upon its initial debut. Contemporary reviews were scarce, and audience reception was largely non-existent due to its limited distribution. Information on its critical standing is difficult to ascertain due to its obscurity.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a predictable plot and uneven pacing.
Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors struggling to elevate the material.
Despite its comedic aspirations, the humor often falls flat.
Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for 'All in Order (1980)' is not publicly available due to the film's limited distribution and obscurity.
Fun Fact
The film was largely overshadowed by more prominent crime-comedies of the era and has since become a cult item for enthusiasts of obscure 1980s cinema.
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