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A few weeks in the life of the family of an attractive woman, the TV presenter Magda, her second husband and her teenage son. Magda is a lively, energetic woman, not for nothing is she called "the boss" at home. Besides her profession, she handles other problems with aplomb. Her dream is to finally move from her small apartment to her self-built villa on the river and to make it by Christmas Eve. But everything is unpredictable and sometimes life finds its own ways.
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Plot Summary
This Czech comedy centers around the eccentric inhabitants of a small village by a river ferry. When a government official arrives to inspect the ferry service, the villagers, led by the wily ferryman and his equally resourceful wife, go to great lengths to hide the fact that the ferry has been out of commission for quite some time. Their elaborate deceptions lead to a series of hilarious misunderstandings and chaotic situations.
Critical Reception
The film was a popular comedy in Czechoslovakia, appreciated for its lighthearted humor and strong ensemble cast. While not critically acclaimed by international standards, it remains a beloved piece of Czech cinema for its nostalgic portrayal of rural life and its witty, character-driven comedy.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its simple, effective humor and charming rural setting.
Loved for the performances of its veteran Czech comedic actors.
Seen as a light and entertaining escapist comedy from the socialist era.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's nostalgic charm and the comedic talents of its cast, particularly Lubomír Lipský. Many recall it fondly as a humorous and uncomplicated film from their youth.
Fun Fact
The film is set in a fictional village but captures the spirit and everyday challenges of rural Czech life during the late 1970s and early 1980s.
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