The Lady from Texas
The Lady from Texas

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The Lady from Texas

1951
Movie
78 min
English

An eccentric Civil War widow is accused of being insane.

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Director: Joseph M. NewmanGenres: Western, Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

In 1880s Texas, a young rancher is framed for murder by a ruthless land baron who wants to seize his property. He must escape from prison and prove his innocence before the baron can complete his scheme.

Critical Reception

A B-movie western, 'The Lady from Texas' received generally lukewarm reviews, often cited for its straightforward plot and competent, though unexceptional, direction and performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • A standard revenge-driven Western narrative.

  • Competent, if uninspired, performances drive the plot.

  • Lacks originality but offers adequate genre thrills.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available tend to note it as a typical, somewhat predictable, but watchable Western of its era.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Allied Artists Pictures, which often specialized in lower-budget features during this period.

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