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Women Aren't Angels
Alfred Bandle and Wilmer Popday are partners in business and, somewhat timorously on Popday's part, in pleasure. When their wives join the A.T.S., the men are left unattended and dangerously bored. The trouble starts when Bandle is late for an end-of-leave party after giving a girlfriend a lift; Popday promises the wives he ll restrain his wayward friend when they return to duty, but Bandle evidently thinks otherwise.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy young man, seeking to escape his overbearing aunt and her attempts to marry him off, fakes his own death. He then disguises himself as a woman to get close to the woman he truly loves, who is unaware of his true identity. This leads to a series of comedic misunderstandings and romantic entanglements as he navigates his new persona and tries to win her affection.
Critical Reception
The film received a generally lukewarm reception from critics at the time of its release. It was seen as a lighthearted, albeit somewhat formulaic, romantic comedy typical of its era. Audiences found it to be an amusing diversion, but it was not considered a major cinematic achievement.
What Reviewers Say
The film offers predictable comedic situations derived from mistaken identity.
Performances are generally adequate for the light comedic tone.
The plot relies heavily on a far-fetched premise for its humor.
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Fun Fact
W. Lee Wilder, the director, was the older brother of famed director Billy Wilder, though their filmmaking styles were quite different.
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