Two Rogues
Two Rogues

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Two Rogues

1936
Movie
171 min
Hindi

Motilal in the role of a doctor, wants to join the revolutionaries along with his girlfriend played by Shobhana Samarth. Both are opposed by their parents. The parents find it difficult to come to terms with what they consider as 'western influences' on their children in clothes and thinking. Several humorous situations arise in the process with everything finally ending to the satisfaction of both generations.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: David ButlerGenres: Comedy, Romance, Western

Plot Summary

In the lawless West, a notorious bandit, "Duke" Brody, falls for the beautiful daughter of a wealthy rancher. He attempts to go straight to win her heart, but his past and a rival outlaw threaten to derail his plans. Brody must navigate a dangerous path between love and his notorious reputation.

Critical Reception

Two Rogues received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its charming leads and lighthearted Western setting, others found the plot predictable and lacking in significant dramatic tension. It is generally considered a minor entry in the careers of its cast and crew.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its pleasant romantic elements and Western backdrop.

  • Criticized for a somewhat uninspired and formulaic storyline.

  • A lightweight, enjoyable, but ultimately forgettable B-movie.

Google audience: Audience reception information for 'Two Rogues' is scarce, but it appears to be a generally viewed as a mild, if unexceptional, Western romance from its era.

Fun Fact

This film was one of John Wayne's early roles before he became a major star, showcasing him in a more romantic, less hardened cowboy persona than he would later be known for.

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