Yankee Dudler
Yankee Dudler

Yankee Dudler

1973Movie95 minGerman

After years in prison, a gang of criminals are deported from Bavaria and arrive as free immigrants to America. They kill an Indian by accident and do different jobs such as cleaning latrines, until they get installed in an abandoned house next to an Indian woman. One day someone will propose to perpetrate a robbery ...

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Erwin LehnGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A small-time crook from Hamburg, known as 'Yankee Dudler,' dreams of a better life and a lavish lifestyle. He gets involved in a daring bank robbery with a group of accomplices, hoping this heist will be his ticket to the big time. However, the plan quickly unravels, leading to chaos, betrayal, and unexpected consequences for Dudler and his crew.

Critical Reception

Yankee Dudler is a somewhat obscure German crime comedy that blends a heist plot with dark humor. While it features some engaging performances and a reasonably paced narrative, its execution is often seen as uneven, with critics noting a lack of genuine suspense and a somewhat predictable plot. Audience reception tends to be mixed, with some appreciating its gritty portrayal of a criminal underworld and its attempts at humor, while others found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a gritty portrayal of criminal life with a comedic edge.
  • Performances are noted, though the overall narrative is considered predictable.
  • Lacks the suspense and depth of more acclaimed crime films.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Yankee Dudler' is not readily available. However, general audience sentiment often points to it being a niche film with a mixed reception, appreciated by some for its specific brand of dark humor and criminal milieu, while others find it unremarkable.

Fun Fact

The film is based on a 1967 novel of the same name by Hamburg crime writer Willi Brokelmann.

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