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Don Giuliano Niccolini Borges, Roman prince and member of the Pontifical Noble Guard, is very much attracted to Jane, an English girl he has met that is accompanying him on a pleasure trip to Switzerland. He has some plans for hanky-panky on their various stops along the route, but Jane has other plans as she is only with him because his car has a special-identification license plate and can go through customs without inspection. The car clears customs as does the stolen million dollars she is smuggling. Sandro, her former boyfriend is following and plans to hi-jack the loot, leaving Jane empty handed.
A man suddenly inherits a million dollars, but the money is stolen from him shortly after. He then embarks on a comedic quest to recover his fortune. Along the way, he encounters various characters and sticky situations, all while trying to outsmart the thieves. The film follows his increasingly absurd attempts to get his money back.
The film was a modest success in Italy, appreciated for its lighthearted comedic take on a classic trope. While not a critical darling, it offered an entertaining diversion for audiences looking for a straightforward crime comedy. Performances, particularly from lead Renato Rascel, were generally seen as charming.
A light and amusing Italian comedy.
Renato Rascel shines in a familiar but enjoyable plot.
Offers predictable but entertaining twists and turns.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available generally praise the film for its humor and nostalgic charm, with some finding the plot a bit dated.
The film is based on the 1955 novel 'The Million Pound Bank Note' by Mark Twain, which was also adapted into a popular Soviet film in 1972.
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