Christmas at the Hoppenstedts

Overview

Classic christmas special about the dysfunctional Hoppenstedt family attempts to prepare for the holiday, only to be thwarted by absurdity at every turn. From a chaotic Christmas tree setup to a disastrous holiday dinner, Loriot brilliantly satirizes the pressures and absurdities of family life and Christmas traditions. With deadpan humor and exaggerated situations, Weihnachten bei den Hoppenstedts is a classic holiday comedy that skewers the holiday hustle while capturing the chaos and charm of family gatherings.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

December 24, 1978

Original language

English

Spoken languages

German

Countries

Germany

Production

Radio Bremen

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded