Lissi and the Wild Emperor

Synopsis

Lissi and the Wild Emperor is a 2007 German animated comedy film directed by Michael Herbig. This film is a playful parody of the classic Sissi trilogy from the 1950s. The story follows Lissi, a beautiful and naïve empress, and her husband, Emperor Franz, who go on a journey filled with humorous twists and turns. Their idyllic world is disrupted when Lissi is kidnapped en route to their holiday destination. Emperor Franz embarks on a comical rescue mission, encountering a host of eccentric characters and ridiculous situations along the way. The film aims to entertain with its slapstick humor and satirical take on royal life, making it a light-hearted escape for viewers.

Cast

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  Michael Herbig

  Lissi/Ignaz/Falthauser (voice)

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  Christian Tramitz

  Kaiser Franz (voice)

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  Waldemar Kobus

  Yeti (voice)

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  Rick Kavanian

  König Bussi von Bayern/Feldmarschall (voice)

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  Gerd Knebel

  Teufel (voice)

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  Lotte Ledl

  Kaiserin Mutter (voice)

Reviews

Lissi and the Wild Emperor received mixed reviews from critics. On IMDb, the movie has a rating of 5.1/10, indicating a lukewarm reception. For instance, Rotten Tomatoes features a range of reviews that include both praise and criticism. Some critics appreciated the film's humorous elements and creative take on the royal parody genre. One reviewer noted, 'Lissi and the Wild Emperor delivers laughs with its absurd and over-the-top scenarios,' awarding it a 7/10. However, not all reviews were favorable. Another review on Metacritic criticized the film for relying too heavily on slapstick comedy, stating, 'While the animation and voice acting are commendable, the movie falls short on delivering a coherent story,' giving it a 4/10. Overall, Lissi and the Wild Emperor seems to have resonated more with fans of Michael Herbig's unique comedic style rather than a broader audience.