Crazy Money

About This Movie

Crazy Money is this quirky little gem from 1981 set in Moscow during the mid-19th century. It’s got this charmingly chaotic vibe, where the middle-aged businessman Savva Gennadievich Vasilkov finds himself in quite the pickle over love. His infatuation with the beautiful Lidiya leads to a series of comedic misadventures, especially when his friend Telyatev steps in pretending to be Lidiya's father. The pacing is a bit uneven, but it captures the frantic energy of unrequited love and the absurdity of social pretensions. The performances, while not groundbreaking, have a certain warmth that pulls you in. The blend of humor and romantic folly gives it a distinctive flavor, making it a curious watch for anyone interested in lesser-known comedies of that era.

Not widely known, but has its charm. · Captures the essence of comic misunderstandings well. · Interesting glimpse into 19th-century societal norms.