Matialth Good concept, poorly executed.

RipDelight This is a tender, generous movie that likes its characters and presents them as real people, full of flaws and strengths.

Kaelan Mccaffrey Like the great film, it's made with a great deal of visible affection both in front of and behind the camera.

Logan By the time the dramatic fireworks start popping off, each one feels earned.

Hot 888 Mama . . . and pass him around, and we'll all be happy again. THE OPPOSITE SEX is sort of like a husband-swapping club, circa 1956, complete with a Reno Dudette ranch where rich soon-to-be ex-wives have 42 days to try out the latest in Boy Toys if they are caught between Sugar Daddies. High Society is so exclusive that social climbing is virtually impossible, as the "Crystal" character finds out here. Even though Crystal spends most of THE OPPOSITE SEX in various bath tubs, she cannot clean the dirt of her humble origins from her soul. At least that seems to be the main message of this so-called "women's film," in which the Rich Bi*Ches run an exclusive guild which quickly isolates and destroys any would-be gate-crashers, such as Crystal. The Ladies Powder Room is run more like a Texas slaughterhouse. Take it from me (and I toured one in Abilene): THE OPPOSITE SEX is NOT for weak stomachs; you may not like seeing how they make sausage. But for the braver gals, it's loads of fun!

richmarkrob I was really pleased to finally locate this film as I'd never heard of it until seeing a segment in 'That's Entertainment Part 3' years ago. It's a big of an oddity- it almost seems as though it's the last chance for some big name women to strut their stuff on the big screen before retiring. The storyline vaguely follows the original play but the biggest error is the inclusion of male characters. The charm and cleverness of the original is the fact that men are discussed but never seen. The musical numbers are generally pretty dire so keep the forward button close to hand if you can't handle them- the banana number from the musical within the plot line is a huge cringe-fest. Great costumes by Helen Rose make it at least visually interesting (although I'm not sure where she was going with Dolores Gray's bust-line in one of the dresses- a bit of an east/west angle which looks frightening!!) Joan Collins is fun in the Crystal Allen role but a few wasted opportunities with some of the others. Why have Anne Miller in a movie and not have her dance? Anne Sheridan always lovely and Agnes Moorehead suits the role of the Countess. It's not a BAD film but it's such a strange affair. Stick to the original though I must say it is bearable compared to the 2008 version which almost had me reaching for a paper bag for both nausea and hyperventilation in it's awfulness. I'm glad to say I've seen it and maybe it will start me off on a hobby of collecting the lesser known 'treasures' of the musical genre. You WON'T leave the film singing the tunes from this film as they are generally forgettable but as a curiosity factor, I give it a 6.

misctidsandbits I have seen "The Women" and recognize its merits, but am not a camp follower. It seems to me that if the story is as interesting as this one, it has room for other interpretations. The lead wife is a good woman married to a really good guy. A little before the 10 year anniversary mark, the marriage undergoes a challenge from an outside predator, directed at the husband. Unfortunately, our good little woman, through bad advice and some hurt pride, passively allows him to slide away from her. The general premise is that he will miss her and come back. But, it develops into a hostile takeover. Now, she gets to live with the results of all this conventional wisdom. Through process and circumstance, she eventually comes awake, gets fired up and finally gets in the ring.The general wrench of the story is watching a perfectly intelligent man so easily played upon by such a shallow subject. This is especially tough here, seeing it fleshed out with an actual man. Since his wife has run off on a little getaway on the strength of some of that poor advice and the pride, the field is left wide open. But, it works its way to a happy ending that allows you to unwind. And, it is written so as to give you some thrills along the way as comeuppance comes to call on the conniving antagonists. I say, it is written that way. Unfortunately here, the story relief doesn't take care of the angst created by listening to almost two hours of lame and ineffective exchanges.June Allison is a quiz now for her starring place in this. She's really gone out of style, but was very popular during this period. She billed above Barbara Stanwyck in Executive Suite (movie of its year or close), right under William Holden. She captured a lot of hearts and had a huge following, with women naming their children after her and hers. Whether you like her or not, she was box office at the time and this part was right on for her style. However, she's definitely included in the present day disappointment with this movie. Regardless of performance, even the most die hard June fans would have to admit that this was a particularly bad hair movie. :-) "The Women" enthusiasts turn out to be vindicated for their ardor and dire predictions toward any attempt at remake. But, really, it's not that it's a failed remake; it's that it's a failed movie. The various factors have been detailed here by others. At least they changed the title.

adalb19 OK. It isn't "The Women" but a very close runner-up. I think the casting for this film was fantastic. June Alyson is good - I do think her character of Kay could have probably been cast better. Also, the daughter is just a little to happy happy in this film...sort of annoying. Unlike "The Women" which is SO fast paced - you almost have to watch it more than once to understand connections. The Opposite Sex delivers the same humor and "venom" as it were between these women in a much slower paced and fashionable way. I think the musical numbers are cute - very 50's. The costumes/gowns are excellent..especially Kay's last gown in the Starlight Room...just fabulous! Of course it's the 50's - color films of the 50's are always great to watch and so vivid! I truly think it is difficult to compare this to The Women. I feel it's not about one being better than the other. They are too different to compare as they both have many advantages and are absolutely delightful.Hello! Release this on DVD please!!!! Amazon should offer this boxed together with The Women.