Women for All Reasons
Women for All Reasons

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Women for All Reasons

1969
Movie
69 min
English

Skin flick about nude beaches

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Norman WisdomGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

When a shy and unassuming insurance salesman discovers a way to make his dreams of wealth come true, he embarks on a series of outlandish schemes. His efforts to achieve riches lead him into increasingly absurd situations, involving elaborate disguises and chaotic encounters. The film follows his hilarious misadventures as he attempts to navigate the world of business and high society.

Critical Reception

The film was a commercial success, leveraging Norman Wisdom's established popularity as a slapstick comedian in the UK. Critically, it received mixed reviews, with many acknowledging Wisdom's characteristic charm and physical comedy, while others found the plot predictable and the humor dated. It solidified Wisdom's status as a beloved comedic actor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Norman Wisdom's endearing and classic comedic performance.

  • Some found the storyline formulaic and the humor reliant on predictable gags.

  • Appealed to fans of Wisdom's established brand of physical comedy.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely positive among fans of Norman Wisdom's specific brand of gentle, physical comedy, with many appreciating his consistent charm and signature performance style. However, some viewers find the humor to be somewhat dated and the plot to be less engaging compared to his earlier works.

Fun Fact

Norman Wisdom was known for performing many of his own stunts, often resulting in injuries, which he would sometimes incorporate into his comedic routines.

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