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Ferienfieber
Marcel Huber, an amiable family man without much assertiveness, accidentally takes his wife Jasmin and children Nicole and Sämi on vacation to wicked Amsterdam instead of sunny Rome. To make matters worse, their hotel turns out to be a lousy flophouse. The house is in trouble and they are in danger of having to cancel their vacation. In his futile search for a new place to stay, Marcel meets the self-confident Dutchman Jaap. He finds him a good hotel in no time at all. Marcel is very impressed by Jaap, who seems to master life in every situation. Marcel wants to be like him. Jaap soon gives the Swiss family man the opportunity to become an investor in a new nightclub project.
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Plot Summary
The story follows the eccentric Professor Erwin Müller, who is desperately trying to avoid paying alimony. He concocts a plan to stage his own death during his family vacation in the Canary Islands, hoping to escape his financial obligations. However, his elaborate scheme quickly unravels, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and unexpected encounters.
Critical Reception
Ferienfieber (Holiday Fever) is a German television comedy film that garnered a generally positive reception for its lighthearted humor and charming performances, particularly from Evelyn Hamann. It was appreciated as a typical family-friendly comedy, offering simple entertainment without demanding deep intellectual engagement.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted and family-friendly comedic tone.
Evelyn Hamann's performance was often highlighted as a strong point.
Seen as a pleasant, if not groundbreaking, television comedy.
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Fun Fact
Evelyn Hamann, who plays a prominent role in the film, was a beloved German actress and comedian known for her many television roles and her character 'Ekel Alfred'.
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