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Girl Crazy
New York playboy Danny Churchill is sent to a small town in Arizona, where being sheriff is very dangerous, to keep away from girls, but he decides to open a dude ranch there. He asks his friend Slick, a professional gambler and his wife Kitty, to help him. Slick decides to go there in a cab, driven by shy Jimmy. Jimmy's younger sister Tessie also travels there. There Danny has fallen in love with Molly, but troubles arise for him when the local heavy decides that he doesn't like the ranch and announces running for sheriff. Danny and Slick got the idea that Jimmy would be the ideal candidate, especially because of the fact that the heavy has announced he would kill another sheriff. With some help Jimmy is elected, but Molly leaves Danny with a New York shyster for Mexico. Mitzi, Danny, Kitty, Patsy - Jimmy's sweetheart as well as Jimmy and Slick follow her to win her heart back for Danny, but they are followed by the local heavy and his friend.
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Plot Summary
Danny is sent by his wealthy father to the rural Southwest to establish a decent girls' college. He encounters a tomboyish cowgirl, Molly, who runs the local dude ranch. Despite initial friction and a series of comedic misunderstandings, Danny and Molly find themselves falling for each other amidst the challenges of building the college and dealing with local color.
Critical Reception
As an early musical comedy, 'Girl Crazy' was generally well-received for its energetic performances and lighthearted humor. While not considered a landmark film, it offered considerable entertainment value with its blend of slapstick, song, and romance, appealing to audiences of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its comedic performances, particularly from Buster Keaton.
Appreciated for its early musical numbers and energetic pace.
Seen as a charming, if somewhat formulaic, romantic comedy of its time.
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Fun Fact
This film is notable for marking Buster Keaton's first appearance in a sound film, though he had previously starred in silent comedies.
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