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3 Dolls in College
The first of eight "Three Dolls" features. In this entry the girls, students at Nichinan University, balance studying for the final exams while falling for the new French professor.
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Plot Summary
When three eccentric and slightly clueless women inherit a college, they decide to enroll themselves to understand how to run it. Their unconventional methods and personalities clash with the established faculty and student body, leading to a series of chaotic and comedic situations.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its humor dated and its plot flimsy. Audiences also had a lukewarm response, contributing to its status as a lesser-known film from its era.
What Reviewers Say
Humor often falls flat and feels repetitive.
Lacks a cohesive or engaging plot.
Performances are considered over-the-top by some critics.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable due to the film's age and limited distribution, but available commentary suggests a generally unenthusiastic response.
Fun Fact
This film was Judy Holliday's final theatrical release before her untimely death in 1965.
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