Jean Arthur is Molly J. Truesdale, a single woman from New York City who takes a break from her three suitors for a bus tour of the American West. John Wayne is Duke Hudkins, a handsome cowboy on the rodeo circuit who literally lands in Molly's lap when he's thrown from a horse into the grandstand. Duke takes Molly to a rustic casino and a rough and ready saloon, whisking her out of a bar fight, which gives the city girl a real Western adventure. But when Molly misses her bus and Duke uses the opportunity to seduce her, the spark of attraction is doused… at least for now. Arthur's bright personality and confidence make her the star, while Wayne is quite charming as the womanizing cowboy bachelor who doesn't want to get tied down but meets his match in Molly. Their acting styles and screen presence—she's sunny and busy and always whirring, he's laidback calm and laconic—couldn't be more different but their chemistry works in this simple romantic comedy. Phil Silvers costars as the glib tour guide, Charles Winninger is Duke’s elderly partner, and Grant Withers and Hans Conried play two of Molly's New York City suitors. Sure to appeal to fans of old-fashioned Hollywood romantic comedies, this is recommended. (S. Axmaker)
A Lady Takes a Chance
Kino Lorber, 86 min., not rated, DVD: $19.95, Blu-ray: $29.95 Volume 33, Issue 4
A Lady Takes a Chance
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