Critical Reception
A.H. Weiler of the New York Times wrote that the movie was "sheer contrivance effected in hearty, fun-loving, truly infectious style". Variety called it an "effort-less effort", but praised the photography. Currently, the film has a rating of 60% on Rotten Tomatoes
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