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1951

The Mating Season

PRODUCTION

Mitchell Leisen

INTRIGUE

A comedy in which a beautiful heiress marries a modest young man, and has to deal with her intrusive mother-in-law.

CRITICAL RECEPTION

A good family comedy, driven by Gene’s grace. Photoplay nota: “She proves she can also shine in comedy.”

THE ROLE OF GENE

Maggie Carleton, elegant and tactful wife. Gene said it was one of his most enjoyable shoots, away from the heavy drama.