Noisy Neighbours
Noisy Neighbours

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Noisy Neighbours

1982
Movie
6 min
French

A grotesque, frenetic and musical short film from Jérome Lefdup, Dominik Barbier, and Larry Flash.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Jerry LondonGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A retired opera diva, known for her temper and demanding nature, finds her quiet life disrupted when a boisterous, working-class family moves in next door. Their contrasting lifestyles and personalities lead to escalating comedic conflicts and misunderstandings. As the neighbors clash, they must learn to coexist and find common ground amidst the chaos.

Critical Reception

Noisy Neighbours was generally seen as a lighthearted, family-friendly comedy with a predictable plot. While some critics found its humor to be broad and occasionally slapstick, others appreciated its wholesome message and the performances of its veteran cast. It found a modest audience primarily as a made-for-television movie.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies on predictable fish-out-of-water humor.

  • A pleasant, if unremarkable, family viewing experience.

  • Features a capable cast in a by-the-numbers comedy plot.

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Fun Fact

Rosemary Clooney, a renowned singer, starred in this film, playing against type as the matriarch of the boisterous family next door, while Pat Carroll, known for her comedic roles, played the opera diva.

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