Dismissed on His Wedding Night
Dismissed on His Wedding Night

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Dismissed on His Wedding Night

1968
Movie
105 min
Italian

A businessman is nicknamed "L'avvocato" and his driver, Oscar, is a yes-man. When L'avvocato has a crash while driving his car, Oscar is put in jail in his place. When Oscar gets out, he finds himself married to the beautiful Maria, but he can't even touch her: she is l'avvocato's lover. Afterwards Oscar is appointed manager, but he can't manage a dime. At the end he shall find himself again in jail, hoping that his "sissignore" (yessir) will let him have, sometime, a driver to send to prison in his place. —

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Kichitaro MikamiGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In this Japanese comedy-drama, a young man finds himself in a series of unfortunate and humorous events leading up to his wedding. Despite the chaos, his determination to marry the woman he loves shines through. The film explores themes of fate, resilience, and the sometimes absurd nature of life's biggest moments.

Critical Reception

While specific critical reviews from 1968 are scarce, "Dismissed on His Wedding Night" is generally viewed as a charming, albeit niche, comedy from its era, appreciated for its lighthearted approach to romantic entanglements. Its reception among modern audiences is limited but generally positive for its vintage comedic style.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique comedic timing and situational humor.

  • Appreciated for its lighthearted portrayal of pre-wedding jitters and comedic mishaps.

  • Seen as a charming example of Japanese comedy from the late 1960s.

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Fun Fact

The film was produced by the renowned Shochiku studio, known for its prolific output of both dramatic and comedic films during the Showa era.

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