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The Day They Hanged Kid Curry
Hayes visits con-artist Silky O'Sullivan at his San Francisco mansion and discovers that Kid Curry is on trial for murder in Colorado. Heyes rushes to the town and sees Curry in the audience; the man on trial is an impostor who didn't commit the murder he's accused of. Originally a longer duration episode of the TV series Alias Smith and Jones (1971). It occasionally appeared in syndication as a TV movie, under its own name, with the series title bluntly edited out of the regular series' opening credits.
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Plot Summary
A fictionalized account of the legendary outlaw Kid Curry, this film follows his exploits and eventual downfall. The story humorously depicts his run-ins with the law and his attempts to maintain his notorious reputation in the Wild West. It culminates in his final stand and the consequences of his lawless life.
Critical Reception
The film is a niche Western-comedy that garnered a cult following for its eccentric humor and unique take on the Western genre. While not a critical darling, it is appreciated by fans of offbeat comedies and revisionist Westerns.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unconventional humor within the Western setting.
Noted for its unique and often bizarre character interactions.
Some found the tone inconsistent, but many enjoyed its quirky charm.
Google audience: Audience reception is mixed, with some appreciating its offbeat humor and revisionist approach to Western tropes, while others found it too strange or uneven.
Fun Fact
The film was an early work for director Charles B. Griffith, who is also known for his screenwriting contributions to Roger Corman films.
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