Between Men
When his young son is shot, John Wellington kills the culprit and flees. But his son Johnny recovers and is raised by Sir George. Some twenty years later Johnny sets out to find Sir George's missing granddaughter.
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Plot Summary
A young rancher's son returns home after his father's death to find his family's ranch threatened by foreclosure. He must contend with ruthless land grabbers and a corrupt sheriff while trying to save his inheritance. Along the way, he finds unexpected support and romance, ultimately fighting for justice and the future of his home.
Critical Reception
As a B-movie Western from 1935, 'Between Men' received modest reviews, typical for its genre and production budget. It was generally seen as a competent, if unexceptional, entry in the Western canon, offering standard plot elements and performances that satisfied the audience for this type of film. Critical commentary at the time focused on its straightforward narrative and action sequences.
What Reviewers Say
- A standard Western narrative with a predictable plot.
- Offers solid performances typical of early Westerns.
- Lacks major innovation but delivers on genre expectations.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Between Men' is not widely documented through modern platforms. However, as a film of its era, it would have likely appealed to fans of Westerns who appreciated straightforward tales of good versus evil and rural justice.
Fun Fact
Charles Starrett, the lead actor, would go on to star in over 60 films as the Durango Kid in the 1940s, becoming a popular Western hero for Columbia Pictures.
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