The Women Men Marry
The Women Men Marry

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The Women Men Marry

1937
Movie
61 min
English

A newsman with a no-good wife exposes a religious racket with a newswoman who loves him.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Norman TaurogGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman, aspiring to escape her humble origins, marries a wealthy but unlikable man for financial security. Her life takes a turn when she meets a charming and principled man who truly sees her for who she is. She grapples with her decision, torn between the comfort her marriage provides and the possibility of true love and happiness.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'The Women Men Marry' received mixed reviews. While audiences were drawn to the star power of Joan Crawford and the romantic melodrama, critics were divided on its plot and character development. Some praised its exploration of a woman's choices in a patriarchal society, while others found it predictable and melodramatic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Joan Crawford's performance as a woman seeking security and love.

  • Criticized for a conventional and somewhat predictable romantic storyline.

  • Noted for its exploration of societal pressures on women in the 1930s.

Google audience: Audience reception data from Google is not readily available for this specific 1937 film. However, historical records suggest it was a moderate success, appealing to fans of Joan Crawford's dramatic roles.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Folly of Ann Carter' but was changed to 'The Women Men Marry' prior to its release.

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