Had The Revolt of Mamie Stover been filmed a few years later, it might have been a much better film; at the very least, it would have been more faithful to the William Bradford Huie novel that is its source. But, being filmed in 1956, Mamie had to soften the rough edges; since the rough edges are what give the story its distinction, this resulted in a pretty dull film. While a more "honest" version might still have gone wrong, at least it could have more accurately explored the sexuality and sensuality at the story's core, as well as the double standard applied to men and women, the immorality of war profiteering and other themes. Instead, Mamie ends up being yet another variation on the hooker with a heart of gold story. As that hooker (or dance hall hostess, as she's depicted here), Jane Russell certainly looks the part; she's not beautiful, but she's appropriately lusty. Unfortunately, her dramatic work is not up to the task; she's pretty much all surface. Richard Egan is fine as the "good man" she desires, but only Agnes Moorehead really shines in the film. Raoul Walsh's direction is adequate, but below his usual standard.