It's All About the Brother
It's All About the Brother

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It's All About the Brother

1977
Movie
96 min
Russian

Two completely different sons grow up in the same family. The youngest, Frol Kalitkin, is an exemplary seventh-grader, winner of Olympiads, the first student. And the eldest, Andryusha, is a loafer, a loafer and a dude. The “correct” Frol takes up the upbringing of his brother.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Michael Z. WeinbergerGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A small-time crook attempts to pull off a heist with his girlfriend and a motley crew of accomplices. However, their plan quickly goes awry due to their own incompetence and unexpected complications, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and escalating chaos. The film follows their increasingly desperate and convoluted attempts to escape the situation and each other.

Critical Reception

"It's All About the Brother" received a mixed to negative reception upon its release. Critics often pointed to its formulaic plot and underdeveloped characters, while some found humor in its chaotic energy and offbeat situations. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to gain significant traction.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its predictable plot and thin characterizations.

  • Some reviewers found amusement in its slapstick-style humor and frenetic pace.

  • Generally considered a forgettable entry in the crime-comedy genre of the era.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, with no discernible consensus on specific likes or dislikes. It appears to have been largely overlooked by the general public.

Fun Fact

The film was marketed as a gritty crime comedy but often leaned more towards the latter, with its humor stemming from the characters' ineptitude rather than sharp wit.

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