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Die dumme Augustine
Silly Augustine, wife of silly August, who performs in the circus, and mother of Guggo, Gugga and Guggilein, dreams of one day being able to perform as a clown in the circus. Instead, she has to run the exhausting household. Her suggestion to share the job, the housework and the children is met with incomprehension and scorn from her husband. When silly August suffers from a toothache and misses his performance, Augustine seizes her chance, steps in and promptly masters the task with flying colors. From then on, father and mother share the housework and circus duties, as silly August immediately realizes that he has underestimated his wife.
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Plot Summary
Augustine, a young girl, is considered 'dumb' by her family and teachers. However, she possesses a unique talent: she can understand and communicate with animals. When her beloved dog, Bobby, is stolen, Augustine embarks on a journey to find him, using her special abilities to navigate the world and uncover the truth behind Bobby's disappearance.
Critical Reception
The film was generally well-received for its heartwarming story and positive message about understanding and kindness towards animals. It resonated with family audiences, though some critics noted its simple plot, which is typical for a children's film.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its charming portrayal of a young protagonist with a special gift.
Appreciated for its gentle handling of themes related to animal welfare and understanding.
Seen as a wholesome and engaging family film.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented on Google platforms for this specific film.
Fun Fact
The film's protagonist, Augustine, is named after a famous real-life chimpanzee who was part of behavioral research in the 1960s and 70s, though the film's character is a human girl.
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