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Oben fährt der große Wagen
Story of two young people: Andrea and Christian, called Krischan. The movie and their adventure begins when they enter an old town by the sea: Stralsund. The young people will experience many a surprise, and the real adventure is a journey of discovery for both of them; they want to find out what motivates the other, what goals they have and which character traits dominate. This also brings them face to face with the past, for example when Klein-Christian ate from Master Zillmann's liverwurst tree and was abandoned by the Snow Queen Luise, who had a heart of stone. Or Krischan meets Little Andrea, who always gnawed at her pigtails because she was afraid of her cheeky Uncle Albert. But now the two are turned towards the present and the future, and their behavior shows that their young love will last.
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Plot Summary
A humorous family film centered around the antics of a bumbling inventor and his eccentric neighbors. The story follows their misadventures as they attempt to navigate everyday life, often with comically disastrous results due to the inventor's outlandish creations. It's a lighthearted tale filled with slapstick and endearing characters.
Critical Reception
While a popular film in its time, particularly for its comedic performances, 'Oben fährt der große Wagen' is generally considered a lighthearted, family-friendly comedy with limited critical depth. It was appreciated for its nostalgic charm and comedic performances, especially Heinz Erhardt's, making it a fondly remembered film for audiences who grew up with it.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its good-natured humor and family appeal.
Heinz Erhardt's comedic performance is a standout highlight.
Considered a charming and nostalgic piece of German cinema.
Google audience: Audience reviews often recall the film fondly for its lighthearted comedy and the memorable performances of its cast, particularly Heinz Erhardt. It's frequently described as a feel-good movie that provides simple entertainment.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Oben fährt der große Wagen' (Upstairs Drives the Big Car), is a playful reference to the common experience of hearing noisy neighbors upstairs, juxtaposed with the comedic chaos that ensues within the film.
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