Killers Three
America's DJ Dick Clark and Robert Walker Jr. star as two country boys who decide to rob a pile of cash from a bootlegger, assisted by the man's restless wife (Diane Varsi). But the heist doesn't go as planned and takes a tragic turn. The trio of would-be thieves then takes off for California, but with the police already on their tail, it's clear that a trail of blood and death is going to follow them all the way there.
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Plot Summary
A grizzled rancher, in debt to a ruthless banker, plots to steal gold from a mine owned by his former partner. He enlists the help of his estranged sons and a tough saloon owner to carry out the dangerous heist, which becomes complicated by a string of double-crosses and a potential betrayal within his own ranks.
Critical Reception
Killers Three received a generally negative reception from critics, who found the plot convoluted and the action uninspired. While some acknowledged Robert Mitchum's stoic presence, the film was largely seen as a weak entry in the Western genre, failing to live up to the potential of its cast and premise.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a muddled plot and uninspired pacing.
- Robert Mitchum's performance is a saving grace but not enough to salvage the movie.
- Lacks the excitement and depth expected from a Western.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, with many finding it a forgettable Western that doesn't offer much in terms of entertainment value or plot coherence.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a more serious crime drama titled 'They Came to Rob Las Vegas' before being retooled as a Western.
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