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Triple Play
Triple Play is not about baseball. Definitely not. Rather, it’s about aspiring actress Rosie Palmer who went to “a certain house on Orange Grove Street in Hollywood” where she “not only lost all her charming innocence, but also came to grips with a soul-twisting situation that was to affect her drastically for the rest of her life.” In simpler terms, she’s slipped a Spanish Fly and fucks in a frenzy for a third of the film. The other two thirds are given over to those responsible for sending Rosie to that fateful house, and these sleazebags sure don’t need Spanish Fly to twist their souls into a fucking frenzy. Seedy sex and a virginal Rosie make for some high ’70s prurience.
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Plot Summary
In this peculiar Western, a retired gunslinger living in a small town is drawn back into his violent past when he becomes involved with a notorious outlaw and a local band.
Critical Reception
Triple Play is a lesser-known entry in the Western genre, often overlooked due to its unusual premise and limited release. Critical reception was generally lukewarm, with some critics appreciating its attempt at a different narrative style while others found it to be disjointed and underdeveloped.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles to balance its dramatic ambitions with its Western setting.
Dean Martin's performance is a highlight, but it cannot salvage the uneven plot.
The inclusion of country music elements is a unique but not always successful addition.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Triple Play are scarce, reflecting its limited viewership. Those available suggest a mixed reception, with some viewers appreciating the unconventional approach and others finding the story lacking in cohesion and impact.
Fun Fact
Country music legend Merle Haggard makes a rare acting appearance in this film, playing a supporting role.
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