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West of Inverness

1939
Movie
10 min
English

A look at the role of the steam train in the Highlands of Scotland.

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Director: Frank R. StrayerGenres: Comedy, Mystery, Western

Plot Summary

A humorous mystery unfolds in the American West when a rancher is murdered, and suspicion falls upon a trio of traveling musicians. A determined sheriff, aided by a wise-cracking singer and a quick-drawing cowboy, must untangle the web of lies and mistaken identities to find the real killer before an innocent man is wrongly accused.

Critical Reception

As a B-movie Western-comedy, "West of Inverness" was generally seen as light entertainment, serving its purpose with a blend of musical numbers and slapstick. Reviews at the time often highlighted the star power of Tex Ritter and Martha Raye, though some noted the plot's predictability.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a charming, if somewhat formulaic, Western romp.

  • The musical numbers and comedic interactions provide enjoyable moments.

  • A straightforward plot with predictable twists, typical of its genre and era.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable for this older film, but reviews for similar B-Westerns from the era often praise the straightforward entertainment value and the appeal of the lead actors, while acknowledging their limited dramatic scope.

Fun Fact

Martha Raye's appearance in this film was part of her early career in motion pictures, showcasing her comedic talent alongside her singing prowess before she became a more prominent television personality.

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