You Are a Widow, Sir
You Are a Widow, Sir

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You Are a Widow, Sir

1971
Movie
97 min
Czech

After a soldier cuts off the arm of king's cousin, king decides to deactivate the army. Of course, generals don't like it at all and they try to kill the king. The assassin should be artificial body in the shape of actress Evelina Keleti and with brain of psychotic serial killer Fany Stubová. They also manage to kill king's astrologer Stuart Hampl, who warns the king. Accidentally, Hampl's brain is implanted into assassin's body, actress Keleti is killed and chaos begins.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Frank C. LeeGenres: Drama, Western

Plot Summary

In the Wild West, a young rancher named Billy is forced to confront his own coming-of-age and responsibility when he inherits his father's ranch. After his father's sudden death, Billy must navigate a treacherous world of land disputes, cattle rustlers, and his own inexperience. He is aided by a hardened but fair ranch foreman and a determined young woman who sees potential in him.

Critical Reception

This made-for-television Western film received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its solid performances and engaging narrative that explored themes of responsibility and growing up. While not a groundbreaking film, it was considered a competent and enjoyable entry in the Western genre for its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive portrayal of a young man's transition to adulthood.

  • Appreciated for its competent direction and execution of Western tropes.

  • Some found the pacing to be a bit slow in parts.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented through Google user reviews for this television film.

Fun Fact

Despite being a Western, 'You Are a Widow, Sir' was originally produced as a made-for-television movie, a common practice for expanding genre content during that era.

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