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The Texan Meets Calamity Jane
A western in which Calamity Jane's rightful ownership of a gambling hall is challenged. She nearly loses the business to a shady crook, but Texas lawyer Ellison puts up a legal battle to help her stay in charge. After a sensational fight, the letters proving her right are discovered.
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Plot Summary
A charming but somewhat inept cowboy tries to woo a spirited frontierswoman, Calamity Jane. He finds himself constantly outmaneuvered by her independent nature and the rough-and-tumble world of the Wild West. Their budding romance is tested amidst typical Western adventures and misunderstandings.
Critical Reception
This modest Western comedy was generally seen as a lighthearted, albeit forgettable, entry in the genre, appealing mostly to fans of B-Westerns. It offered familiar tropes with a touch of romantic comedy, but rarely broke new ground.
What Reviewers Say
A light and breezy Western with a romantic subplot.
Features standard Western action and predictable romantic comedy elements.
A charming, if unremarkable, B-movie Western.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not readily available through common review aggregators.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by Robert L. Lippert, known for his low-budget B-movies during the era.
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