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When Wives Are Absent
Ghawar has two jobs: he is a beach guard during the day and a sculptor at night. Ghawar lives with his friend Hosni and the two suffer that their wives travel constantly. A gang plans to steal a statue from the museum where Ghawar works and they send two pretty women to seduce him and Hosni.
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Plot Summary
A group of married men, bored with their routines and their wives' absences, decide to create their own female companionship. They hire actresses to play their wives, leading to a series of humorous and chaotic situations as they try to maintain the illusion.
Critical Reception
The film was met with mixed reviews, with some critics praising its satirical take on male boredom and marital dissatisfaction, while others found its humor to be somewhat dated and repetitive.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its humorous exploration of male fantasy and escapism.
Criticized for its predictable plot and occasionally crude humor.
Seen as a product of its time, reflecting societal attitudes towards marriage and gender roles.
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Fun Fact
This film was part of a series of comedies directed by and starring Ugo Tognazzi, who was a prominent figure in Italian cinema known for his distinctive comedic performances.
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