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L'Enlèvement des Sabines
Exasperated and disgusted by the behavior of the men they frequent, several young women from a small village create a women's club: the club Sabines. They are about ten. Their first decision is to rent a mini-car to spend a weekend in Paris. But the men of the village are unhappy. They organize a commando that intercepts the mini-bus in Paris and forces members of the Sabines club to "confess", naked, in a cellar. One of them, however, manages to give the alert and one of their friends, a rifle in hand, can deliver them. The uncovered kidnappers will then be forced to cook, wash the dishes and serve naked in their turn, the young women. Men and women will finally be reconciled during a pleasant evening.
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Plot Summary
A group of Italian men travels to a remote island to procure wives from a tribe of Amazons. However, they find that the Amazons are not easily won over and have their own ideas about relationships and procreation. The men must navigate the customs and desires of the fierce warrior women in their quest for love and companionship.
Critical Reception
The film is a typical example of Italian erotic comedies from the 1970s, characterized by its lighthearted, often nonsensical plot and overt sexual themes. It garnered a modest reception, appealing primarily to audiences who enjoyed the genre's blend of humor and sensuality, rather than critical acclaim for its artistic merit.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted and comedic approach to an erotic theme.
Noted for its visually appealing cast and playful exploration of gender dynamics.
Often described as a quintessential example of its genre, fulfilling audience expectations for humor and sensuality.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's humor and the charisma of its lead actors, particularly Aldo Maccione and Gloria Guida. Many viewers appreciate its escapist nature and the playful, albeit simplistic, romantic and sexual entanglements.
Fun Fact
The film is an Italian production that gained some popularity in European markets during the late 1970s for its genre conventions, though it did not achieve significant international awards or recognition.
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