Mask of the Dragon
Mask of the Dragon

Mask of the Dragon

1951Movie53 minEnglish

A private eye and his girlfriend avenge his buddy, stabbed over a jade dragon.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Ron OrmondGenres: Western, Action, Adventure

Plot Summary

A masked rider known as the Dragon appears in a frontier town, intent on avenging the death of his father. He faces a ruthless cattle baron and his gang who are terrorizing the local ranchers. The Dragon must uncover the truth behind his father's demise while protecting the innocent and bringing the villains to justice. His quest leads him through perilous landscapes and dangerous confrontations.

Critical Reception

As a low-budget B-Western from the era, 'Mask of the Dragon' received modest attention, typical for its genre. It was appreciated by fans of Westerns for its action sequences and straightforward plot, though it was not a critical darling and is not widely remembered in mainstream film history.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its classic Western tropes and masked hero element.
  • Criticized for its formulaic plot and predictable twists.
  • Appreciated for its action sequences within the constraints of its budget.

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Fun Fact

The character of 'The Dragon' was a recurring masked hero in several B-Westerns, adding an element of mystery and intrigue to the typical Western narrative.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

This film has only one thing to recommend it. The frankly hilarious portrayal of devious Korean "Prof. Kim Ho" by an outrageously badly cast Jack Reitzen. The rest of this procedural adventure centres around an American soldier "Oliver" (Ri...