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“Mail Order Bride” is a story about Diana McQueen, a notorious con-woman seeking to escape her life under the control of her boss, Tom Rourke. Desperate for a fresh start, Diana impersonates her dying friend, who was set to become a mail-order bride to a man she had never met. This act takes Diana on an unexpected journey of self-discovery and possible redemption in a western setting, challenging her to maintain her ruse amidst new relationships and circumstances.

Length: 1h 28m
Genre: Romance, Western
This Title is: Redemptive, Emotionally Engaging

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Cast

Daphne Zuniga as Diana McQueen
Greg Evigan as Tom Rourke
Cameron Bancroft as Beau Canfield

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: United States:PG

Content warnings include scenes with cleavage, implied sexual relations, use of guns and mild violence, mild profanity, and scenes of drinking and smoking. The plot involves intense and threatening situations, including a man pursuing a woman he believes he “owns.”

Trivia

The character of Diana McQueen was orphaned at a young age and resorted to picking pockets for survival.
Tom Rourke, played by Greg Evigan, initially catches Diana McQueen as a young girl attempting to pickpocket him, leading to her life of crime under his tutelage.
The film blends elements of romance and western genres to portray the journey of a con-woman seeking redemption.

Our Review

“Mail Order Bride” falls short of Hallmark’s usual standard, with a plot that stretches plausibility, particularly in the opening sequences. Despite its predictable storyline of two mismatched strangers growing closer, the ending scenes at Canfield’s ranch are confusing, including an illogical standoff. The film’s limited budget is noticeable, adding to its shortcomings. Yet, there are a few endearing moments for those who stay tuned throughout the film.