7.0
A marshal tries to bring the son of an old friend, an autocratic cattle baron, to justice for the rape and murder of his wife.
Kirk Douglas
Marshal Matt Morgan
Anthony Quinn
Craig Belden
Earl Holliman
Rick Belden, Craig's Son
Carolyn Jones
Linda, Craig's Girl
Brad Dexter
Beero, Belden Foreman
Brian G. Hutton
Lee Smithers, Rick's Sidekick
Ziva Rodann
Mrs. Catherine Morgan
Bing Russell
Skag, Belden Hand
Val Avery
Steve, Horseshoe Bartender'
Walter Sande
Gun Hill Sheriff Bartlett
Ty Hardin
Cowboy Loafer
Lars Henderson
Petey Morgan
Dabbs Greer
Deputy Andy
John Anderson
Salesman
William Newell
Hotel Desk Clerk
Glenn Strange
Gun Hill Bouncer
Charles Stevens
Keno
Russell Custer
Townsman (uncredited)
Raoul Freeman
Waiter (uncredited)
Sam Harris
Townsman (uncredited)
Director
John Sturges
Screenplay
James Poe
Story
Les Crutchfield
March 29, 2014
8
Watching this was a tour to the land of nostalgia and an enjoyable one at that. This movie is really one of the god old classical Westerns telling the story of two brave men confronting each other. No special effects, no aliens, no choleric outbursts and no foul-mouthed brats.
It was really enjoyable to watch Kirk Douglas and Anthony Quinn in this movie. Both were well suited for their roles and I have always liked them as actors. Maybe this is just some nostalgic connection I have though since I am sure that their performance would not wind them any Oscars today.
The story is as classical as the movie. The young brat of a wealthy cattle owner gets himself in big trouble and said cattle owner tries to prevent him, being the only son, getting what he deserves. Unfortunately the other side is not only as tough as the cattle owner but also happens to be the law. The story is well executed by John Sturges. It has the usual elements that you would expect from this kind of movie, two men posturing against each other, a bad guy who also ends up being a prisoner, a girlie torn between the two men, a few gun and fist fights and of course a grand finale.
I was enjoying every minute of this old classic.
Status:
Released
Original Language:
English
Budget:
$0.00
Revenue:
$2,500,000.00