Gunfighters

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"Zane Grey's great romance of the west."
  • Passed
  • 1947
  • 1 hr 24 min
  • 6.3  (889)

Gunfighters is a classic western film from 1947 that stars Randolph Scott, Barbara Britton, and Dorothy Hart. The movie follows a town that is terrorized by a dangerous gunslinger named Brazos Kane (Randolph Scott) who is seeking revenge against the group of men who murdered his mentor. As Brazos tries to track down his enemies, he becomes involved with a woman named Bess (Barbara Britton) and her sister-in-law, Jane (Dorothy Hart), who have been living in fear of their abusive brother-in-law, who is also one of the men Brazos is after.

The film begins with Brazos Kane riding into the small town of Blue Springs, looking for the men who killed his mentor, Red River Jack. Brazos has a reputation as a notorious gunfighter, and the people of Blue Springs are terrified when they learn that he is in town. One local saloon owner, Joe Erin (played by legendary character actor Brian Donlevy), tries to take advantage of the situation by hiring Brazos for protection against a rival gang.

As Brazos investigates the murder of Red River Jack, he comes into contact with Bess and Jane, two women who are living in fear of their abusive brother-in-law, a local cattle baron named Doc Lockwood (Steven Geray). Brazos takes pity on the women and attempts to help them, despite the fact that it puts him in danger.

As the plot unfolds, Brazos begins to suspect that Doc Lockwood was involved in the murder of Red River Jack, and sets out to confront him. Meanwhile, Joe Erin and his gang of hired guns are getting increasingly restless and agitated, and it becomes clear that they are planning something nefarious.

The movie features a number of classic western tropes, including shootouts, horse chases, and an epic showdown between the hero and the villain. The film is notable for its excellent performances, particularly by Randolph Scott, who brings a quiet intensity to the role of Brazos Kane.

The film also has some beautiful cinematography, capturing the rugged beauty of the western landscape. Director George Waggner, who would later direct the classic horror film The Wolf Man, does an excellent job of building tension and suspense throughout the film.

Gunfighters is a movie that will appeal to anyone who loves classic westerns. It has all the classic elements of the genre: a tough, brooding hero, a dangerous villain, beautiful scenery, and plenty of action. But it also has a strong emotional core, thanks to the excellent performances by the cast. Overall, Gunfighters is a classic western that still holds up today, and is well worth watching for fans of the genre.

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Description
  • Release Date
    1947
  • MPAA Rating
    Passed
  • Runtime
    1 hr 24 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.3  (889)