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Jesse James' Women
Jesse James leaves Missouri for Mississippi, and immediately charms all the women in Mississippi out of their bloomers and garters. His first conquest is the banker's daughter who helps him loot the bank in exchange for a promise of marriage; he wanders over to the saloon and runs the crooked partner of the proprietress out of town, takes all of his-and-her money and leaves her, between kisses, hounding him for her share; the third one, the saloon singer, actually makes a mark out of him as she cons him into a boxing match against a professional fighter and he loses the fight and his money, but he holds the singer and the fighter up as they leave town and gets his money back; and then he romances and swindles Cattle Kate, a replay of what he had done somewhere before to Kate.
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Plot Summary
Following the death of the infamous outlaw Jesse James, his former gang members attempt to go their separate ways. However, they find themselves entangled with a group of women who have their own motives. The women, seeking revenge and fortune, manipulate the former outlaws into a dangerous game of betrayal and survival.
Critical Reception
Jesse James' Women received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, with the film being largely forgettable in the crowded Western genre of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Panned for its weak script and predictable narrative.
Considered a low-budget, uninspired entry in the Western genre.
Criticized for its poor acting and direction.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but available commentary suggests a low opinion of the film, often describing it as a forgettable and poorly made Western.
Fun Fact
The film is notable for its attempts to capitalize on the enduring myth of Jesse James, long after his actual death, by focusing on the women in his orbit.
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