Maiden's Cheek
Maiden's Cheek

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Maiden's Cheek

1959
Movie
98 min
Greek

Young teacher Floras arrives to teach a class at a girls’ high school in Athens. His students, daughters of rich Athenian families, are very spoilt making his and the other teachers work difficult. When he starts implementing discipline in his class, the girls use every means to get rid of him. But the most undisciplined, Lisa Papastavrou, falls in love with him.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Robert WebbGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A young, handsome American accountant travels to Europe on a business trip, but his itinerary is quickly derailed by romantic entanglements. He finds himself caught between two charming women, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and escapades across the continent. The film follows his often-bewildered journey as he navigates love, duty, and the unexpected joys of international travel.

Critical Reception

Maiden's Cheek was generally met with a lukewarm reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and lightweight humor. While some appreciated the charm of its lead actors and the picturesque European settings, the film was largely seen as a standard romantic comedy of its era without significant artistic innovation.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the appealing performances of Robert Wagner and Barbara Eden.

  • Criticized for a formulaic and unsurprising romantic comedy storyline.

  • Acknowledged for its pleasant, albeit unmemorable, European tour setting.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Maiden's Cheek are scarce, but general sentiment suggests it's a light and breezy romantic comedy that doesn't demand too much attention. Viewers often found it enjoyable for a casual watch, appreciating the chemistry between the leads and the escapist nature of the plot, though few consider it a standout film.

Fun Fact

Barbara Eden, who plays one of the romantic interests, was cast in the film before her iconic role as Jeannie in 'I Dream of Jeannie'.

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