Les « troubbes » de Johnny
Les « troubbes » de Johnny

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Les « troubbes » de Johnny

1974
Movie
20 min
French

A pleasant fantasy about the setbacks experienced by a young man who loves costumes. His wife having left him, he goes after her to live some rather funny adventures.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Serge KorberGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Johnny, a simple-minded but good-hearted man, finds himself in a series of comedic misunderstandings and awkward situations. He navigates life with a childlike innocence, often to the amusement and sometimes exasperation of those around him. The film follows his whimsical adventures as he tries to make his way in the world.

Critical Reception

The film was a moderate success at the box office in France but received mixed to negative reviews from critics, often criticized for its simplistic humor and predictable plot. It is remembered more as a product of its time and for its star, Jean Lefebvre, rather than for its cinematic merit.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film relies heavily on slapstick and situational comedy.

  • Jean Lefebvre's performance is highlighted as a central element, though sometimes seen as repetitive.

  • The plot is often described as thin and meandering.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge definitively due to limited readily available data from Google users for this specific film. However, general sentiment suggests it's viewed as a light, nostalgic comedy for fans of the era and its stars.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Les « troubbes » de Johnny', is a deliberate misspelling of 'troubles' (troubles) to add a playful, colloquial touch, fitting the comedic nature of the film.

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