Una vez al año ser hippy no hace daño
The musical group "Flor de Lis y los Dos del Orinoco" tours the fairs of the towns with their repertoire of old melodies. They arrive in Torremolinos and settle in a camping site. There they meet Johny, a cheeky "go-go boy" who lives off the land and, if possible, from foreigners. He joins them and turns them into a beat band. They dress like hippies and sing in English. Their new stage name is "Los Hippy-Loyas", and they present themselves to the public as a pop group from Liverpool. Their new life leads them to the most unusual adventures.
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Plot Summary
A group of young people decide to escape the monotony of their lives by adopting a hippie lifestyle, leading to a series of humorous misadventures. They aim to find freedom and self-discovery away from societal expectations. Their journey is filled with quirky encounters and comical misunderstandings.
Critical Reception
This film is generally viewed as a lighthearted Spanish comedy that attempted to capitalize on the hippie movement's popularity in the late 1960s. While not critically acclaimed, it found an audience for its comedic take on counter-culture themes.
What Reviewers Say
- Appreciated for its humorous portrayal of youth culture at the time.
- Seen as a product of its era, reflecting the fascination with hippie ideals.
- Panned by some for its superficial treatment of complex themes.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's nostalgic value and its amusing depiction of youthful rebellion. Some viewers found it entertaining for its comedic elements, while others felt it lacked deeper substance.
Fun Fact
The film's title translates to 'Once a year, being a hippie doesn't hurt,' reflecting a playful attitude towards the counter-culture movement of the time.
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