Vzhůru nohama
Vzhůru nohama

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Vzhůru nohama

1939
Movie
84 min
Czech

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IMDb7.4/10
Director: Jindřich HonzlGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

A hilarious musical comedy centered around a wealthy businessman who feigns madness to escape his controlling wife and enjoy life on his own terms. He finds himself entangled with a group of eccentric artists and performers, leading to a series of comical misunderstandings and musical numbers.

Critical Reception

As a classic of Czech cinema from the pre-war era, 'Vzhůru nohama' is primarily celebrated for its comedic brilliance and the legendary performance of Vlasta Burian. It was a significant commercial success upon its release and remains a beloved piece of popular culture, particularly for its musical elements and lighthearted escapism.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Vlasta Burian's iconic comedic performance.

  • Appreciated for its charming musical numbers and lighthearted plot.

  • Considered a quintessential example of pre-war Czech musical comedy.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this historical Czech film.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the operetta 'Die Dollarprinzessin' by Leo Fall.

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