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Queen of the Wild Frontier
Convicts Mick and Gary are being escorted to the dentist when their prison van has an accident and they wind up at a remote farmhouse occupied by Fiona and Susie, two sex-starved sisters who have been waiting to have babies with the right men, whilst these two may not be the right ones, they are certainly available.
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Plot Summary
The film chronicles the tumultuous life of Bertha Mer-ken, a determined and resilient woman who carved out a life for herself in the harsh American West. Facing societal constraints and the challenges of frontier existence, Bertha navigates personal tragedies and triumphs as she fights for independence and survival. Her story is one of grit, ambition, and the unyielding spirit of a woman determined to forge her own destiny against all odds.
Critical Reception
Queen of the Wild Frontier received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising Jane Seymour's performance but finding the narrative somewhat predictable. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating the historical setting and the compelling portrayal of a strong female lead.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Jane Seymour's compelling central performance as Bertha Mer-ken.
Some critics found the storyline to be formulaic and lacking originality.
Appreciated for its depiction of a determined woman overcoming frontier hardships.
Google audience: While specific Google user ratings are not readily available, general audience sentiment often highlights the film's engaging portrayal of a strong female protagonist and its atmospheric Western setting. Some viewers may have found the plot pacing uneven.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of made-for-television Westerns in the early 1990s that focused on strong female leads in historical settings.
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