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Asphaltgorillas
Small-time crook Atris is tired of working for Berlin crime lord El Keitar. Yet in order to build his own syndicate, he needs money. When his friend Frank offers him a lucrative deal, Atris thinks his chance has finally come, not knowing that he is about to set in motion a fateful chain of events.
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Plot Summary
When a botched robbery lands a group of inept criminals in prison, they hatch a plan to stage a fake escape to pull off one last heist. Their scheme involves creating chaos and impersonating authorities, leading to a series of comical misadventures. The film follows their increasingly absurd attempts to outsmart the system and each other.
Critical Reception
Asphaltgorillas received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing a predictable plot and uninspired humor. While some appreciated the attempt at a German crime comedy, many felt it failed to deliver on its premise. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.
What Reviewers Say
Relies heavily on slapstick and predictable gags.
Lacks originality in both its plot and character development.
Performances are generally uninspired, failing to elevate the material.
Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews and specific audience feedback is not readily available for this film.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a trend of German crime comedies attempting to blend humor with heist elements, with varying degrees of success.
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