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Drôle de noce
Mr and Mrs Barbezat,Concierges are to marry their only daughter to a butcher's boy. Both the in-laws and the groom have an obsession: come what may, they are keen on honoring their engagements: promises are made to be kept is their motto. And when, on the wedding day, the unfortunate parents cannot provide the newly weds with...the "Mérinos" mattress which is part of the bride's Trousseau ,they are desperate. The husband will spend the whole wedding festivities trying to keep his word.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends embarks on a series of comedic misadventures when they decide to take over a struggling cabaret. Their attempts to modernize the establishment and attract new clientele lead to increasingly chaotic and humorous situations, involving mistaken identities, romantic entanglements, and the general disarray of a show business endeavor gone awry.
Critical Reception
This French comedy from the early 1950s received a generally positive reception for its lighthearted humor and comedic performances. While not a critical darling, it was appreciated by audiences for its escapist entertainment and familiar comedic tropes of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its good-natured comedy and ensemble cast.
Seen as a light and entertaining diversion of its time.
Enjoyed for its simple plot and humorous situations.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Drôle de noce' are scarce due to its age, but it is generally remembered as a pleasant and amusing film from the early French cinema era.
Fun Fact
The film features Lili Damita in one of her later acting roles, an actress who had a notable career in Hollywood during the silent and early sound eras before returning to France.
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