A satirical view of the problems of capitalism - a small state on the brink of bankruptcy invites a foreign billionaire to rule, who soon becomes an insane dictator..
Is it worth your time? If you have a soft spot for 1930s European satire, you’ll probably get a kick out of this. It’s a bit wobbly, sure, and the pacing feels like a brisk walk that occasionally trips over its own feet. But if you’re looking for something that isn't just another predictable drama, this is it. People w...
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"Is it worth your time? If you have a soft spot for 1930s European satire, you’ll probably get a kick out of this. It’s a bit wobbly, sure, and the pacing feels like a brisk walk that occasionally trips over its own feet. But if you’re looking for something that isn't just another predictable drama, this is it. People who hate black-and-white films or find old-fashioned theatrical acting annoying? Skip it. You’ll be bored to tears by the second act. Everyone else, pull up a chair. The whole prem..."
René Clair
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