Lemonade
A perceptive and funny study about the fantasies, inhibitions and dreams of two frustrated and lonely middle-class matrons who set up competing lemonade stands along a jammed highway. This short play incorporates comedy and tragedy, a touch of the bizarre, and ultimately, a sincere compassion in both women.
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Plot Summary
A retired gunslinger, known as 'Lemonade Joe', is drawn back into action when his family's ranch is threatened by greedy land developers. He must use his wits and legendary sharpshooting skills to protect his home and the people he cares about. Along the way, he navigates comical encounters and unexpected romantic entanglements.
Critical Reception
The film was a moderate success at the box office, appealing primarily to fans of Western comedies and Dean Martin's persona. While not critically acclaimed, it was generally seen as a lighthearted and entertaining diversion.
What Reviewers Say
- Appreciated for its lighthearted comedic tone and Western setting.
- Dean Martin's performance as the suave gunslinger was a highlight for many.
- Some critics found the plot predictable and the humor occasionally uneven.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment suggests it's a fun, albeit somewhat dated, comedy Western that provides simple entertainment.
Fun Fact
Despite its Western setting, the film was shot entirely on sound stages in Hollywood, California, with the desert landscapes being painted backdrops.
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