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The Opposite Sex (1956)

"There's one thing on their minds- MEN!"

5.219561h 56mEN
ComedyMusicRomance

Directed by David Miller

Rating

5.2/10

Runtime

1h 56m

Language

EN

Release

November 15, 1956

Director

David Miller

Official Trailer

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Overview

Former radio singer Kay learns from her gossipy friends that her husband, Steve, has had an affair with chorus girl Crystal. Devastated, Kay tries to ignore the information, but when Crystal performs one of her musical numbers at a charity benefit, she breaks down and goes to Reno to file for divorc...

Cast

June Allyson

June Allyson

Kay Ashley Hilliard

Joan Collins

Joan Collins

Crystal Allen

Dolores Gray

Dolores Gray

Sylvia Fowler

Ann Sheridan

Ann Sheridan

Amanda Penrose

Ann Miller

Ann Miller

Gloria Dahl

Leslie Nielsen

Leslie Nielsen

Steve Hilliard

Jeff Richards

Jeff Richards

Buck Winston

Agnes Moorehead

Agnes Moorehead

Countess Lavaliere

Charlotte Greenwood

Charlotte Greenwood

Lucy

Joan Blondell

Joan Blondell

Edith Potter

Sam Levene

Sam Levene

Mike Pearl

Bill Goodwin

Bill Goodwin

Howard Fowler

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Opposite Sex (1956), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Former radio singer Kay learns from her gossipy friends that her husband, Steve, has had an affair with chorus girl Crystal. Devastated, Kay tries to ignore the information, but when Crystal performs one of her musical numbers at a charity benefit, she breaks down and goes to Reno to file for divorce. However, when she hears that gold-digging Crystal is making Steve unhappy, Kay resolves to get her husband back. The Opposite Sex is a remake of the 1939 comedy The Women.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Opposite Sex. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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