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The Money-Maker 1964

Original title: A pénzcsináló

IMDb 7.366TMDB 9.0293 min

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Synopsis

This film comedy takes place in the good old times of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy at the turn of the century. Bányai, an impecunious clerk suddenly finds himself to be able to make perfect imitations of ornaments on the bank-notes. Being spurred by his incessantly shrewish mother-in-law, he finds a solution to his family's financial problems overnight, but an ambitious detective becomes suspicious of him.

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Mood and atmosphere

Step into a whimsical world steeped in nostalgia, where the charm of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy dances through every scene. This vibrant comedy invites you to savor the warmth of small-town life, the quirky dynamics of family, and the thrill of unexpected adventure. Picture cozy evenings filled with laughter, as the protagonist navigates the delicate balance between ambition and morality, all set against a backdrop of exquisite period details and rich, warm colors. The film evokes feelings of hope and clever rebellion, reminding us of the beauty found in life's simpler moments and the joy of pursuing dreams amid life's absurdities.

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