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A group of copper miners, Southern veterans, are terrorized by local rebel-haters, led by deputy Lane Travis. The miners ask stage sharpshooter Johnny Carter to help them, under the impression that he is the legendary Colonel Desmond. It seems they're wrong; but Johnny's show comes to Coppertown and Johnny romances lovely gambler Lisa Roselle, whom the miners believe is at the center of their troubles.
In the rugged and untamed Copper Canyon, a former Union Army surgeon, Lt. Tom Reynolds, goes undercover to investigate the activities of a notorious outlaw gang led by Buchanan. Posing as a gambler, Reynolds attempts to gain Buchanan's trust while navigating the treacherous landscape and dealing with the beautiful yet enigmatic Georgia. The film explores themes of justice, deception, and the complexities of loyalty in the post-Civil War American West.
Copper Canyon was met with a mixed to positive reception upon its release. Critics noted its expansive Technicolor cinematography and exciting action sequences, typical of classic Westerns. While some found the plot predictable, others praised the performances and the film's visual appeal as a grand spectacle.
Praised for its colorful Technicolor visuals and scenic Western vistas.
Appreciated for its adventure-filled plot and classic Western tropes.
Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat formulaic, lacking deeper character development.
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The film was one of the early major productions to utilize the new widescreen CinemaScope process, though it was later reformatted for standard screens.
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Smoke and Mirrors. Copper Canyon is directed by John Farrow and written by John Latimer. It stars Ray Milland, Hedy Lamarr, Macdonald Carey, Mona Freeman and Harry Carey Junior. Music is by Daniele Amfitheatrof and cinematography by Char...