She Gets Her Man
She Gets Her Man

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She Gets Her Man

1945
Movie
74 min
English

The corny daughter of a famed policewoman tries to catch a blowgun killer.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Erle C. KentonGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A naive and enthusiastic young woman named Joan inherits a considerable fortune. She travels to New York with dreams of finding love and excitement, but instead finds herself entangled in a series of comical mishaps and mistaken identities. Her adventures lead her to cross paths with a handsome but penniless artist, a wealthy but unscrupulous suitor, and various other colorful characters.

Critical Reception

She Gets Her Man was met with a generally lighthearted and forgettable reception. Critics noted its predictable plot and reliance on slapstick humor, typical of comedies of the era starring Joan Davis. Audiences often found it a pleasant, if unremarkable, diversion.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on the comedic timing and physical gags of its star, Joan Davis.

  • A light, frothy comedy that offers mild entertainment without much substance.

  • The plot is thin, but Davis's energetic performance carries the film.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available, but reviews from the era suggest it was viewed as a standard B-movie comedy, appreciated for its star's performance but not considered a standout film.

Fun Fact

Joan Davis, known for her distinctive nasal voice and physical comedy, was a popular radio and film star in the 1940s, often appearing in roles that allowed her to showcase her unique brand of humor.

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