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12 Chairs
Former KGB agent finds out that his mother in law has hidden her treasures in one of chairs. Fast after he starts the search of diamonds and meets an aggressive modern man who helps him in his endeavors all over the place in nowadays Lithuania. Two very different men are united in their mutual desire to get rich.
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Plot Summary
A former nobleman, now a humble museum guard, learns of a hidden fortune in diamonds secreted away in one of twelve dining chairs. He embarks on a frantic race against time and a ruthless priest to find the chair and its treasure. The quest leads him through various comical and perilous situations as he tries to outwit his rivals and recover the lost riches.
Critical Reception
The 2016 adaptation of '12 Chairs' received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding it a pale imitation of earlier, more beloved versions. While some appreciated the attempt to modernize the classic story, others criticized its pacing, humor, and overall lack of charm. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying the nostalgic elements and others finding it forgettable.
What Reviewers Say
Lacks the satirical bite and comedic timing of previous adaptations.
Fails to capture the spirit and wit of the original novel.
A modern retelling that loses much of the classic charm.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this specific 2016 adaptation is not widely available through standard Google review aggregators.
Fun Fact
This 2016 film is one of many adaptations of the classic 1928 satirical novel 'The Twelve Chairs' by Ilf and Petrov, which has been translated into numerous languages and brought to the screen by various countries over the decades.
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