The Sheep Has Five Legs
A publicity-minded French mayor reunites quintuplets and their earthy father, all six played by Fernandel.
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Plot Summary
A retired shepherd, Paméla, who claims to have fathered twelve children, receives a letter from his son, Ferdinand, who is in trouble. Concerned, he sets out to find Ferdinand and his siblings, but his memory is failing, making it difficult to keep track of who is who and where they are. His journey becomes a comical quest across the French countryside as he tries to reunite his scattered family.
Critical Reception
The Sheep Has Five Legs was a significant commercial success in France upon its release, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of 1954. It is celebrated for its lighthearted humor, Fernandel's dual performance, and its charming portrayal of rural France. While not a critical darling in the artistic sense, it has endured as a beloved classic comedy.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for Fernandel's entertaining dual role.
- Appreciated for its simple, feel-good comedic premise.
- Enjoyed for its picturesque French setting and lighthearted tone.
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Fun Fact
Fernandel famously played all seven of the main adult characters in the film, a remarkable feat of comedic acting and physical transformation.
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