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Material Girl
When millionare Howard Clughes goes looking for a house, he has in mind a little hideaway for his chesty mistress. However, Jane Tussell can't seem to keep anything hidden away, and she shows more than the house to prospective buyers. Howard has his eye - and his hands - on Bella, the beautiful assistant of the real estate agent. Harry and Bella are partners in bed as well as business, but they find time for merges with many others along the way.
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Plot Summary
A broke and down-on-his-luck guy inherits a fortune from a wealthy relative, but with a peculiar condition: he must marry within 30 days or the money goes to charity. He quickly finds himself juggling romantic prospects and the pressures of his newfound wealth.
Critical Reception
Material Girl was met with generally mixed to negative reviews from critics, who found its plot predictable and its humor lacking. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to a limited theatrical run and minimal cultural impact.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a weak script and uninspired performances.
Humor is often forced and fails to land effectively.
Lacks any memorable moments or genuine emotional depth.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a general disappointment with the film's formulaic plot and underdeveloped characters.
Fun Fact
The film was initially intended to be a vehicle for pop star Madonna, but she ultimately passed on the role, which then went to Erika Eleniak.
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