The Green-Eyed Blonde
The Green-Eyed Blonde

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The Green-Eyed Blonde

1957
Movie
72 min
English

Blacklisted screenwriter Dalton Trumbo (working under the pseudonym “Sally Stubblefield”) tells a rough-edged tale of life inside a 1950s women’s reformatory. Set in the Martha Washington School for Girls—an institute for wayward teenagers and unwed mothers—THE GREEN-EYED BLONDE tackles a range of topical social issues as the inmates band together to help out one of their own when she refuses to give up her child.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Ida LupinoGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

This drama follows the struggles of a young woman named Midge who is trying to make ends meet and escape her difficult past. After facing abandonment and hardship, she finds herself entangled with a wealthy older man who promises her a better life. However, her pursuit of security leads her down a path of moral compromise and emotional turmoil as she navigates complex relationships and her own desires.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'The Green-Eyed Blonde' received mixed to negative reviews, with particular criticism directed at its melodramatic plot and perceived sensationalism. While some acknowledged Ida Lupino's directing effort, the film's exploitation of its themes and the performances were often seen as weak. It did not achieve significant critical acclaim or widespread audience appeal.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is often criticized for its melodramatic and formulaic storyline.

  • Performances are generally considered unremarkable, failing to elevate the material.

  • Ida Lupino's direction is noted, but can't save the predictable narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'The Green-Eyed Blonde' are scarce due to its limited release and age. Those available tend to reflect the critical sentiment, with viewers finding the plot overly dramatic and dated.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by Ida Lupino, a pioneering female director in Hollywood who often tackled contemporary social issues in her films.

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