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Jo Az Oreg A Haznal
Mr. Polgár is a provincial paper dealer. His sons, Viktor and Feri, are managers in a big factory in the capital, spending their money lavishly, living their lives in a careless, irresponsible way. Viktor is to marry a baroness and feels rather too uneasy about his father's small business. He persuades his old man into selling the business he had so long cherished and to move to their place in Pest.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy old man, Jo, fakes his own death to see who truly cares about him. He discovers that his relatives are only interested in his inheritance. Disillusioned, he decides to live out his remaining years anonymously.
Critical Reception
The film was a popular success in Hungary, appreciated for its lighthearted humor and commentary on familial greed. While not a critical darling by modern standards, it was seen as a well-crafted comedic piece for its time.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its witty script and comedic performances.
Appreciated for its satirical take on inheritance-seeking relatives.
Considered a charming and entertaining Hungarian comedy of the era.
Google audience: Audience reception from the time suggests it was a well-loved comedy, though specific aggregated reviews are not available.
Fun Fact
The film was one of the earliest Hungarian comedies to explore the theme of faking one's own death for personal gain, a trope that would be revisited in later cinema.
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