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The Perjured Farmer
Mathias Ferner commits perjury and is thus able to secure the farm of his stepbrother Jakob as soon as he dies. In doing so, he deprives Paula Roth and the children of their inheritance. However, there is a letter incriminating Mathias Ferner. Years later, Paula Roth gets her hands on this letter.
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Plot Summary
A struggling homesteader faces immense hardship and betrayal as he tries to cultivate his land. He is repeatedly thwarted by greedy landowners and corrupt officials who seek to drive him off his property. Despite numerous setbacks and personal sacrifices, he remains determined to protect his claim and build a future for his family.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, 'The Perjured Farmer' received a generally mixed to negative critical reception. Critics often pointed to its predictable plot and melodramatic tone. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the classic Western themes of perseverance, while others found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film's pacing is often too slow, detracting from the dramatic potential.
Performances are generally considered serviceable but uninspired.
The narrative relies heavily on well-worn Western tropes without offering fresh perspectives.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'The Perjured Farmer' from 1956 is not readily available through current public databases.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by Robert L. Lippert, known for his low-budget B-movies often distributed by 20th Century Fox in the 1950s.
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