Dollar
Dollar

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Dollar

1938
Movie
78 min
Swedish

Ludvig and Sussi Battwyhl, Louis and Katja Brenner and Julia and Kurt Balzar are upper class millionaires. They don't seem to do any real work but still need a vacation in the mountains. Everybody seems to be romantically involved with everybody. A rich American woman joins them.

Insights

Director: George D. Van FleetGenres: Drama, Western

Plot Summary

In this Western drama, a ruthless outlaw named Dollar rules a lawless territory through fear and intimidation. He controls the local bank and operates with impunity, making life miserable for the honest townsfolk. When a determined U.S. Marshal arrives to bring order, Dollar faces his greatest challenge yet, leading to a climactic confrontation for control of the territory.

Critical Reception

Information regarding the critical reception of "Dollar" (1938) is scarce due to its age and the limited availability of contemporary reviews. However, as a B-movie Western of its era, it likely catered to a niche audience interested in action-packed, straightforward narratives. Modern assessments are rare, but it's generally considered a minor entry in the Western genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Generally overlooked B-western with a predictable plot.

  • Features a stoic performance by Jack La Rue as the titular outlaw.

  • Typical of many minor Westerns produced in the late 1930s, offering straightforward action.

Google audience: As detailed reviews and ratings for "Dollar" (1938) are not readily available from Google users, a specific summary of audience sentiment cannot be provided. The film is largely obscure to contemporary audiences.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Sol Lesser, an independent producer known for making low-budget Westerns and adventure films during Hollywood's Golden Age.

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