Texas Lightning
Texas Lightning

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Texas Lightning

1981
Movie
91 min
English

A tough, macho, truck driver decides to make his soft son more manly by taking him hunting. They vacation and go to a honky tonk bar where the younger man falls in love with a burned out waitress.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Director: Richard V. DucommunGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A drifter with a mysterious past arrives in a small Texas town and becomes embroiled in a dangerous criminal enterprise. He finds himself entangled with a local crime boss and his associates while trying to navigate his own hidden motives. The situation escalates, forcing him to confront the dark underbelly of the town and his own capacity for violence.

Critical Reception

Texas Lightning is a low-budget action film that garnered limited critical attention upon its release. It is primarily remembered as an early role for William Sanderson and for its gritty, independent spirit. While not a mainstream success, it found a niche audience appreciative of its raw execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Features a gritty, authentic portrayal of a small-town underbelly.

  • William Sanderson delivers a memorable performance in an early leading role.

  • The film's independent production values contribute to its raw, unpolished feel.

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Fun Fact

William Sanderson, who plays the lead role, later became widely known for his iconic role as Larry in the HBO series 'Deadwood'.

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