The Total Family

The Total Family focuses on Baron Childerich III of Bartenbruch, who believes he is a descendant of the Merovingian dynasty. He creates a convoluted chart of marriages and adoptions, claiming he is his own father, grandfather, and son-in-law. His quest for the 'total family' involves his French relative, Pippin, who ultimately betrays him, leading to chaos within the family dynamic.

This film features notable characters, including Dr. Döblinger, a writer who forms a gang of muggers, and Professor Horn, a psychiatrist with unconventional methods. The film is based on themes from the works of Austrian writer Heimito von Doderer, offering various personal and literary allusions.

For collectors, The Total Family is available in multiple formats, including blu-ray, DVD, VHS, and more. This range of formats allows for flexibility in presentation and preservation, appealing to those who appreciate both the film's content and its physical media.