The owner of a small Italian restaurant in London is left a large amount of money by a long-lost relative, on the condition that he not talk or write for a month; otherwise the money will revert to the man's female relatives, who used to drive him crazy with their constant chattering. When the women find out about this, they set out to do everything they can to make sure he violates the terms of the will so they can get the money.
Is it actually worth the time? Honestly, it depends on how much patience you have for 1930s British farce. If you’re in the mood for something light, noisy, and a bit ridiculous, you’ll probably find some charm here. If you’re looking for high-concept storytelling, skip it. It’s a movie that knows exactly what it is, e...
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William Beaudine
Richard Smith
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"Is it actually worth the time? Honestly, it depends on how much patience you have for 1930s British farce. If you’re in the mood for something light, noisy, and a bit ridiculous, you’ll probably find some charm here. If you’re looking for high-concept storytelling, skip it. It’s a movie that knows exactly what it is, even if it runs out of steam before the finish line. The premise is simple enough. Our lead gets a pile of money, but only if he keeps his trap shut for thirty days. It’s a classic..."
Enid Stamp-Taylor
Frank Launder, Thomas J. Geraghty, Russell G. Medcraft
United Kingdom
