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The Little Escapade

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Release: 2024-06-05

Runtime: 1h 36m (96 minutes)

To overcome their financial problems, Justine, her husband and their whole group of friends organize a fake romantic cruise for Franck, a big investor, who is trying to seduce a woman.

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Genres: Comedy

Cast: Daniel Auteuil, Sandrine Kiberlain, Florence Muller, more

Storyline

To overcome their financial problems, Justine, her husband and their whole group of friends organize a fake romantic cruise for Franck, a big investor, who is trying to seduce a woman.

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FR
release
2024-06-05
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Comedy

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Why Not Productions
ARTE France Cinéma
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Information on The Little Escapade

The Little Escapade is a delightful German comedy film that was released on 14 August 1931. Directed by Reinhold Schünzel, the movie features strong performances by Renate Müller, Hermann Thimig, and Hans Brausewetter. The film was produced by Günther Stapenhorst and filmed at the renowned Babelsberg Studios in Berlin.

The story revolves around a woman named Erika Heller, who jokingly pretends to have an affair to tease her husband, Walter Heller. However, the joke takes a serious turn when Walter decides to pursue a divorce, leading Erika to realize she may have gone too far with her prank.

The film's production involved notable names in cinematography and design, with sets crafted by art directors Robert Herlth, Walter Röhrig, and Werner Schlichting. Interestingly, a separate French-language version of the film was also created, showcasing its international appeal.

The cast includes:

  • Renate Müller as Erika Heller
  • Hermann Thimig as Walter Heller
  • Hans Brausewetter as Dr. Max Eppmann
  • Otto Wallburg as August Wernecke
  • Hilde Hildebrand as Lona Wernecke
  • Diana as the Fortune Teller
  • Hermann Blaß as the Pianist
  • Oscar Sabo as the Servant
  • Martha Ziegler as the Maid
  • Paul Westermeier as the Dancer in the Bar
  • Additional cast members include Otti Dietze, Olga Engl, Berta Gast, Ruth Jacobsen, Hildegard Kohnert, Michael von Newlinsky, Gertrud Wolle, and Louise Lagrange.

The film is a classic example of German cinema from the early 1930s and showcases the unique humor and storytelling of the era. Its light-hearted approach to a serious subject matter resonates with audiences, making it a memorable watch.