Waco
Preacher Sam Stone and his new beautiful wife Jill stand by the grave of Sheriff Billy Kelly, who died trying to bring law-and-order to Emporia, Wyoming. Among the mourners are businessman George Gates, mayor Ned West and his daughter Patricia. The mayor rejects Gates' suggestion that he release gunfighter Waco from jail to clean up the town. When Patricia is attacked by a cowboy after leaving her boyfriend Scotty Moore, the mayor finally decides it is time accept the governor;s offer of amnesty for Waco. Jill Stone's first reaction, when learning that Waco has been released, is to leave town before Waco finds out that she, his former fiancée, has married the town preacher while Waco was in jail. Town boss Joe Gore is not overjoyed, either, but Ike and Pete Jenner eagerly await the chance to shoot Waco for the death of their brother. Written by Les Adams
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Plot Summary
This documentary examines the Branch Davidian siege and its tragic conclusion. It delves into the history of the religious group, led by David Koresh, and the events leading up to the federal government's intervention. The film explores the standoff, the controversial raid, and the eventual fire that claimed the lives of many inside the compound.
Critical Reception
As a documentary from 1966, specific critical reception is difficult to ascertain through modern metrics. However, historical accounts suggest that early documentaries on such sensitive topics often faced scrutiny regarding objectivity and factual representation. The film likely aimed to inform audiences about a significant and controversial event in American history.
What Reviewers Say
- Provides a historical overview of the Waco events.
- May offer a particular perspective on the siege.
- Aimed to document a significant contemporary event.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific 1966 documentary is not readily available.
Fun Fact
Given the date of 1966, it is highly unlikely that this refers to the widely known Waco Siege of 1993 involving the Branch Davidians. It is more probable that this refers to an earlier, less documented event or a different film with a similar title.
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