Gorgeous colors and beautiful Italian scenery are not much consolation for a ridiculous story and mediocre performances. Singer turned actor Freddy offers some of his pop songs, while on a fantastic voyage to retrieve some money he foolishly loaned to an obnoxious millionaire (played by Comedic national treasure Heinz Erhardt). The supporting cast includes some popular film/TV stars of the day, but the final product just doesn't rise above formula rom-com fluff.
Erhardt delivers plenty of his signature witty one-liners, which work much better on stage in front of a live audience. Freddy (and others) constantly breaking into song is unmotivated and adds little to the thin story. To see many popular celebrities in their youth, by all means, sit through the lame parade of shenanigans, but for if you want quality entertainment, skip this turkey!
