When Women Had Tails (1970)

When Women Had Tails is the kind of delightfully disreputable oddity that feels like it drifted in from a parallel timeline where sci-fi, fantasy, and cheeky caveman comedy happily share the same cave. It’s playful, a little surreal, and proudly “trashy” in that guilty-pleasure way—leaning into broad humor and absurd situations rather than realism, which is exactly the point. Ennio Morricone’s score gives the whole thing an unexpectedly classy pulse, while Senta Berger brings a knowing charm that helps the movie feel more like a mischievous romp than a mere novelty. If you’re game for a vintage, offbeat comedy that’s more about vibe and weirdness than plot logic, this one can be a surprisingly memorable watch.

When Women Had Tails is aiming for a goofy prehistoric sex-farce, mixing caveman fantasy with broad, silent-era-style slapstick. The problem is that the “jokes” are mostly crude, repetitive physical gags stretched thin, and the story barely exists beyond wandering from bit to bit. Its attitude toward women will likely feel dated at best and outright sexist at worst, which makes the whole thing harder to excuse as harmless silliness. If you’re only in the mood for lowbrow, campy time-capsule schlock, you might get a few chuckles from the absurd premise and costumes, but anyone wanting clever comedy or an actual sci‑fi/fantasy plot should steer clear.