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Mexican Spitfire at Sea
An advertising executive and his temperamental wife sail to Hawaii in search of business. The fifth entry (of eight) in the "Mexican Spitfire" comedy series.
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Plot Summary
Carmelita (Lupe Velez), the spirited Mexican spitfire, is now married to Dennis (Robert Paige), but her Uncle Gustav (Leon Errol) is still causing plenty of trouble. This time, Uncle Gustav tries to get himself declared insane to avoid paying taxes, and Carmelita and Dennis get caught up in his schemes while on a cruise ship.
Critical Reception
While not a critical darling, "Mexican Spitfire at Sea" was part of a popular series that provided lighthearted escapism during wartime. Audiences generally enjoyed Lupe Velez's energetic performances and the slapstick comedy, even if critics found the plots predictable and the humor broad.
What Reviewers Say
Lupe Velez's vibrant energy is a consistent highlight.
The slapstick humor and predictable romantic hijinks provide simple entertainment.
A lightweight entry in a popular comedy series.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but generally, viewers who enjoyed the earlier "Mexican Spitfire" films found this installment to be a similar, if formulaic, comedic experience.
Fun Fact
This film is the seventh installment in the popular "Mexican Spitfire" series, which starred Lupe Velez in her most famous comedic role.
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