Hell Town
Hell Town

Hell Town

1937Movie50 minEnglish

A cattleman hires his cousin, Dare Rudd, to head a cattle drive. However, he doesn’t bargain for Dare taking an interest in his girlfriend or losing his money to card sharks

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: B. Reeves EasonGenres: Western, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In the rough-and-tumble town of Devil's Gulch, Marshal Flint grapples with a string of bank robberies. He suspects the owner of the local saloon, a woman named Dolly, and her associates are involved. As Flint tries to uncover the truth and bring the criminals to justice, he finds himself navigating a dangerous web of deceit and violence.

Critical Reception

As a B-movie Western from the late 1930s, 'Hell Town' received modest attention primarily within its genre. Critics at the time likely viewed it as a standard, albeit formulaic, oater with decent action sequences for its budget. Audience reception would have been in line with typical Western fans of the era, appreciating the straightforward plot and familiar tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • A gritty and fast-paced Western with a capable performance from Barton MacLane.
  • Features a compelling narrative with plenty of saloon brawls and shootouts.
  • Relies on familiar Western archetypes but delivers solid entertainment value.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Hell Town (1937)' is not readily available due to its age and classification as a B-movie.

Fun Fact

Barton MacLane, who plays Marshal Flint, was a prolific actor known for his tough-guy roles and appeared in over 150 films and television shows throughout his career.

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