One Is Always Too Good to Women
This French farce/drama takes place in Ireland in 1916, during one of the peak periods of revolutionary violence. Seven Irish revolutionaries have taken over a post office, totally evacuating the building. Or so they think. They missed Gertie Gertel, who was in the bathroom at the time. By the time she is discovered, they are sufficiently besieged that for her own safety, she must stay with them. Gertie, it turns out, is about as pro-British as it is possible to be, and the seven take it on themselves, in the midst of battles and gunfights, to win her over to their cause.
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Plot Summary
In this Czech comedy, a charming but somewhat hapless young man finds himself in a predicament when he becomes entangled with multiple women. He tries to navigate the complexities of these relationships, leading to a series of humorous misunderstandings and awkward situations. The film explores themes of love, infidelity, and the often-confusing dynamics between men and women.
Critical Reception
The film was a popular release in Czechoslovakia, appreciated for its lighthearted humor and relatable, albeit exaggerated, romantic entanglements. While not a major critical darling internationally, it found an audience for its comedic elements and performances.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its light and comedic approach to romantic relationships.
- Appreciated for its witty dialogue and character interactions.
- Seen as an entertaining, if somewhat simple, romantic comedy from its era.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available for this film, but contemporary reviews and its popularity in its home country suggest it was viewed as an enjoyable and amusing romantic comedy.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of popular Czech comedies in the late 1960s and early 1970s that often featured ensemble casts of beloved actors.
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