Follow Me, Guys!
Follow Me, Guys!

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Follow Me, Guys!

1975
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Hungarian

A story about an everyday life of the one of Budapest schools and a struggle between two groups of it's students.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Director: Bob KellettGenres: Comedy, Sport

Plot Summary

A wealthy British aristocrat, Sir George Purvis, is diagnosed with a terminal illness and decides to fulfill his lifelong dream of competing in the World Surfing Championships. He travels to Australia with his loyal valet, Alfred, where he encounters a young surf enthusiast who helps him train and discover a new zest for life. Despite his deteriorating health, Sir George strives to prove that age is no barrier to pursuing one's passions.

Critical Reception

Follow Me, Guys! received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its humor dated. While some appreciated the performances, particularly David Niven's, the film was largely seen as a forgettable comedy lacking significant depth or originality. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to gain significant traction.

What Reviewers Say

  • A lighthearted but ultimately unremarkable comedy.

  • David Niven delivers a charming performance that elevates the material.

  • The surfing sequences are competently shot, but the overall plot is formulaic.

Google audience: Google users' reviews are not widely available for this film, but general audience reception indicated a mild enjoyment of its light comedic tone and Niven's presence, though many found it to be a straightforward and predictable film.

Fun Fact

The film was one of David Niven's final roles before his death in 1983, and he reportedly filmed his scenes while battling his own serious health issues.

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