In 1989, sociologist Kathleen Barry studied how the syndrome revealed a hidden hatred of ""real"" women.The most impressive change was that the legendary opening shot (described below) was seen without obscuring, super-imposed credits, and the blaring, distracting Henry Mancini background music during the elaborate scene was stripped away and replaced by natural source music (from doorways of dives the couple passes, or from car radios).But now, the latter film contained some evolving statements regarding racial justice and tolerance.Since its release, this modern western has become a revered treasure of Texas, often called "the national film of Texas" - for its unabashed perpetuation of he Texan myth of ""bigness"" and its enduring respect for ranching.Promotional posters advertised the ""battle of the sexes"" film as: "Broadway""s Howling Year-Long Comedy Hit of the Snooty Society Beauty Who Slipped and Fell - IN LOVE.