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The Second Greatest Sex
In 1880, Osawkie, Kansas is feuding with rival town Mandaroon over which will be county seat, keeping the town's men away from home most of the time. The last straw is when Matt Davis feels compelled to go on a new foray on his wedding night; his bride Liza (just call her Lysistrata) takes teacher Cassie's advice and organizes a marital strike to make the men-folk stop their nonsense.
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Plot Summary
In the chaotic frontier town of "Happy Gulch", the arrival of a mail-order bride causes a stir. The town's bachelors are eager to win her affection, leading to a series of comical misunderstandings and rivalries. However, the bride has her own ideas about settling down, and the town's fortunes take an unexpected turn.
Critical Reception
The Second Greatest Sex received a mixed to positive reception from critics upon its release. It was generally seen as a lighthearted and entertaining musical western with some witty moments. While not considered a groundbreaking film, it was appreciated for its colorful production and energetic musical numbers.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its charming musical numbers and vibrant Western setting.
Noted for its lighthearted humor and amusing plot.
Considered a pleasant, albeit somewhat formulaic, musical comedy.
Google audience: Audience reception information for "The Second Greatest Sex" from Google reviews is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was originally conceived as a more serious drama but was later reworked into a musical comedy.
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