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Les deux Monsieur de Madame
Adolphe is in serious financial difficulties and the extravagances of his wife do not help to fix things.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy and eccentric woman hires two detectives to investigate her husband, whom she suspects of infidelity. The two detectives, unaware of each other's presence, independently pursue their own investigations, leading to a series of comical misunderstandings and mishaps. As the situation escalates, the detectives find themselves entangled in a web of mistaken identities and chaotic pursuits.
Critical Reception
Les deux Monsieur de Madame was a moderately successful French comedy of the early 1950s, known for its lighthearted humor and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Fernandel. While not a critical masterpiece, it provided enjoyable entertainment for audiences of the time and is remembered as a charming example of classic French farce.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its whimsical humor and the comedic timing of Fernandel.
Enjoyed for its classic French farce elements and lighthearted plot.
Seen as a pleasant, if unremarkable, comedy of its era.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the play 'Mrs. Moonlight' by Dodie Smith, which had previously been adapted into a British film in 1937.
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