Is Nein, Aus, Pfui! Ein Baby an der Leine Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2012)

📖 The Core Premise

Nein, Aus, Pfui! Ein Baby an der Leine stands as a 2012 entry that attempts to leave its mark on the Comedy, TV Movie landscape. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Crying children, changing diapers, baby food - everything around Jan seems to revolve around having children. Not only is his best friend Theo a new father, but his sister-in-law Marion's children also keep the successful engineer on his toes. So it's all the better that Jan's marriage to Hanna is a child-free zone. Until now - because Hanna's family plans are becoming more and more concrete... When she brings up her desire to have children one evening, a heated argument develops that ends in a compromise: To test whether the couple is even ready to take responsibility for a child, they first want to look after a dog for a few weeks. If that goes well, they can start thinking about having a baby. A short time later, bulldog Lucky moves in with them and causes a huge stir in the couple's lives..."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Nein, Aus, Pfui! Ein Baby an der Leine, even the presence of Sebastian Ströbel struggles to save a script that feels disjointed. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Comedy. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Nein, Aus, Pfui! Ein Baby an der Leine worth your time? If you appreciate Comedy, TV Movie films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Nein, Aus, Pfui! Ein Baby an der Leine misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 92 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.