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Cent mille francs pour un baiser
On the occasion of an auction organized for a charity party, a penniless man buys a kiss for a hundred thousand francs.
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Plot Summary
The film centers on a wealthy man who makes a bet that he can kiss a woman he's never met within a certain timeframe. He enlists the help of various individuals to try and fulfill the terms of his wager, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and romantic entanglements.
Critical Reception
As an early French sound film, 'Cent mille francs pour un baiser' was generally met with mild amusement, typical of light romantic comedies of the era. While not a critical sensation, it provided escapist entertainment for audiences and is noted for its charming performances.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted comedic tone.
Appreciated for the charming romantic elements.
Seen as a typical, albeit enjoyable, romantic comedy of its time.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this specific film is not readily available through standard Google review aggregators. However, films of this genre from the early 1930s often found favor for their simple narratives and comedic escapism.
Fun Fact
This film was part of a wave of early French sound comedies that aimed to leverage the new technology for both dialogue and musical numbers, though the primary focus remained on character-driven humor and romantic plots.
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