Geraldine
Geraldine

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Geraldine

1953
Movie
90 min
English

Music manager Janey Edwards poses as a co-ed to get the rights to a song from one of the professors.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: John BrahmGenres: Drama, Romance, Western

Plot Summary

In this Western drama, a beautiful woman named Geraldine arrives in a small town, stirring up trouble and romance. She finds herself caught between two men, a wealthy rancher and a charismatic drifter, leading to a dramatic showdown.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Geraldine' received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its romantic elements and the performances of its lead actors, while others found its plot predictable and its Western setting uninspired. Audiences generally responded positively to the film's romantic entanglements and star power.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its romantic tension and the chemistry between its leads.

  • Criticized for a familiar plot that offered little new to the Western genre.

  • Appreciated for its visual appeal and the performances of its leading actresses.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment suggests appreciation for the romantic storyline and the presence of its notable actresses, despite acknowledging a somewhat conventional narrative structure.

Fun Fact

Despite its Western setting, the film was primarily shot on the Republic Pictures backlot in Los Angeles, rather than on location in the American West.

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