This is an enjoyable comedy that takes a satirical look at beauty contests. There is a multitude of characters, not unlike "Nashville" from the same year, and the film mainly focuses on the interactions among them, with the plot being a secondary concern. Lacking a narrative push, the film goes on a bit too long at nearly two hours. Dern, who had previously mostly played psychos, gets one of his first starring roles here as a good guy and he is excellent as an auto salesman who serves as a contest judge. Feldon and legendary choreographer Kidd are also in good form. Ritchie, who made numerous films about competitions, is right at home here.