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The Witty Bus Girl
Industrialist Tam Kar-cheung knowingly puts the lives of his workers at risk so as to line his pocket with insurance payments. The chivalrous Bus Money gets into fisticuffs with Tam's chauffeur, Tam Biu, who bears a grudge against the assailant. When Money catches wind of Kar-cheung's vicious plot to set fire to a squatter area to clear the path for a property development project, she moves in and watches vigilantly for signs of arson. Soon, she saves Ah-hau, Biu's girlfriend and a young victim of drug rape, from her suicidal attempt by drowning. Money pursues fragments of clues which lead her to the victim's boss, Taipan Cheung who sucks up to his master Kar-cheung by drawing his prey to her trap. Money then organises squatter residences into fire brigade to guard against arson attacks and exposes Kar-cheung's evil. Realising he has been exploited for his blind loyalty, Biu teams up with Money to dispense justice.
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Plot Summary
A young man, working as a bus driver in Paris, falls for a beautiful and witty young woman. Their budding romance is complicated by his demanding job and the colourful characters he encounters on his daily routes. The film follows their journey through the bustling streets of Paris as they navigate misunderstandings, societal expectations, and their own blossoming feelings.
Critical Reception
The Witty Bus Girl was a charming and lighthearted comedy that found moderate success upon its release. While not critically acclaimed as a groundbreaking film, it was praised for its whimsical tone, the chemistry between its leads, and its affectionate portrayal of Parisian life. Audiences enjoyed its simple yet engaging storyline and its escapist qualities.
What Reviewers Say
Delightful romantic comedy with a charming Parisian setting.
Jean-Paul Belmondo and Catherine Deneuve offer appealing performances.
A pleasant, if somewhat predictable, cinematic diversion.
Google audience: Google user reviews for 'The Witty Bus Girl' are not readily available, but general audience reception from its era indicated it was a well-liked, feel-good film.
Fun Fact
The film's original French title, 'Les tribulations de Raph' (The Tribulations of Raph), highlights the main character's name and suggests a more episodic, challenging journey than the romantic comedy often implies.
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