Eine Frau für drei
Eine Frau für drei

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Eine Frau für drei

1989
Movie
75 min
German

After two failed marriages, Walter is finally looking for a wife again. But his father Paul, who believes his own position in the house would be jeopardized if a daughter-in-law came into the house, cunningly gets rid of all the candidates. Walter has placed an advertisement for a wife, as both the male-headed household run by Walter's father Paul and the upbringing of his adolescent son Peter require a female hand to keep things in order. Grandfather Paul, on the other hand, feels that the cosy trinity and especially his own position in the house would be jeopardized if another daughter-in-law took over the reins. So Paul sets about inventively thwarting Walter's intentions. At first, it is completely inexplicable to Walter why all his encounters with marriageable ladies end in failure. But he has other things to worry about at the moment anyway. His son, Peter, is having an affair with his teacher's daughter, of all people.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Peter SämannGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman finds herself in a chaotic love triangle involving two very different men. She navigates the complexities of her relationships, leading to humorous situations and self-discovery. The film explores themes of love, commitment, and the search for happiness.

Critical Reception

This German television film was a lighthearted romantic comedy that likely appealed to audiences looking for gentle humor and relatable relationship dynamics. Critical reception was generally mild, typical for made-for-television productions of its era, focusing on its escapist qualities rather than deep thematic exploration.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming lead performance.

  • Found to be a predictable but enjoyable romantic romp.

  • Noted for its lighthearted and comedic tone.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this specific German television film. However, similar productions from the era often received positive feedback for their straightforward storytelling and feel-good themes.

Fun Fact

The film was produced for German television and likely aired as part of a series or as a standalone movie, which is why detailed critical reviews and awards are scarce.

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