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Ringside Maisie
Young undefeated boxer Terry Dolan, who's been lying to his invalid mother about his career, confides to Maisie that he hates and is terrified by boxing and wants out. Not wanting to let down his best friend and manager Skeets Maguire, who has hopes of him becoming the next champion, he is reluctant to bring up the subject with him. Maisie convinces Terry to tell Skeets, whose unexpected reaction induces him to step into the ring again.
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Plot Summary
Maisie Rella, a small-town telephone operator, dreams of a more exciting life and heads to the city. There, she falls for a handsome boxer who is being manipulated by his greedy manager. Maisie finds herself caught between her affection for the boxer and her desire to help him escape his exploitative situation.
Critical Reception
Ringside Maisie was generally well-received by critics, who praised Ann Sothern's performance and the film's lighthearted entertainment value. While not a groundbreaking film, it was considered a solid entry in the Maisie series, offering humor and a touch of melodrama.
What Reviewers Say
Ann Sothern shines in her familiar role as the spirited Maisie.
The film offers a pleasant blend of comedy and romance with a boxing subplot.
A charming and entertaining entry in the long-running Maisie series.
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Fun Fact
Ringside Maisie is the seventh film in the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer 'Maisie' film series, which starred Ann Sothern as the titular character in ten films between 1939 and 1947.
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