Comedy Crime Family Familien Gyldenkål Collection

The Goldcabbage Family Breaks the Bank

Name: The Goldcabbage Family Breaks the Bank
Director: Gabriel Axel
Genre: Comedy, Crime, Family
Released: 1976-01-01
Duration: 80 min
Cast: Axel Strøbye, Kirsten Walther, Karen Lykkehus, Bertel Lauring, Birgitte Bruun

1976Dir. Gabriel Axel1h 20m

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So, 'The Goldcabbage Family Breaks the Bank' is the follow-up in Gabriel Axel’s quirky series about the Gyldenkål family, who have now ascended the social heights but face a hilarious crisis with the taxman. The pacing is spot-on, never letting up as they concoct increasingly elaborate schemes to defraud Fidusbanken. The comedy here has a kind of chaotic charm that’s enhanced by the family dynamic; it feels very much like a caper with a heart. The performances are delightfully over-the-top, embodying that blend of mischief and desperation. Plus, the practical effects add a tangible quality to the antics that CGI just can’t replicate. It’s a delightful mix of crime and family values, with a tone that’s as light as it is cheeky.

Second in the Gyldenkål seriesStrong family themes amidst crimeFeatures practical effects over CGI