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The Gentleman Who Can Be Booked

The Gentleman Who Can Be Booked (1930)

Dec 19, 1930 1h 32m Comedy

"Der Herr auf Bestellung" has the Weimar dream team of Walter Reisch as scriptwriter, Geza von Bolvary as director and most importantly, the incomparable Willi Forst as main actor. This 'musical burlesque' tells about a stylish young gentleman (Willi Forst) who works as a so-called 'Festredner'; an untranslatable term, it indicates a person who makes speeches at important events like marriages etc. for people who don't feel able to do it themselves. Willi lends his voice to a speech-impaired professor (Paul Hörbiger), but the baroness (Trude Lieske) who falls in love with Hörbiger only does so because of Willi's voice, and you can guess that this leads to all sorts of complications…

Directed by Géza von Bolváry

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Willi Forst
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Willi Forst

as Carry Clips, ein Festredner

Paul Hörbiger
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Paul Hörbiger

as Prof. Emanuel Wielander

Wilhelm Bendow
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Wilhelm Bendow

as Dr. Cajetan

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Else Elster

as Lillebil

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Trude Lieske

as Frau Baronin Lindenwörth

Elma Bulla
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Elma Bulla

as Titi

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Henry Bender

as Ein Schutzmann

Albert Paulig
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Albert Paulig

as Herr Hinzemann

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Johanna Ewald

as Frau Hinzemann

Crew

Director
  • Géza von Bolváry

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Thematic Analysis

The Gentleman Who Can Be Booked represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on interpersonal relationships and emotional connections. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.

Director Géza von Bolváry brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 1930, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of The Gentleman Who Can Be Booked took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 92 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 117 minutes long.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.

Historical Context

  • In 1930, when this film was released:
  • Rock and roll music was revolutionizing popular culture.
  • Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
  • The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: December 19, 1930
  • Runtime: 1h 32m

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