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Terror of Oklahoma
Italian Western comedy in black-and-white. The movie intended to be a parody of the American western as even the title shows, being a hybrid between the original title of the movie The Oklahoma Kid and its rendering for the Italian audience, "Il terrore dell'Ovest".
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Plot Summary
In the rugged landscape of 19th-century Oklahoma, a notorious outlaw gang known as the "Night Riders" terrorizes a small town. The townspeople, desperate for protection, find themselves facing not only the ruthless outlaws but also a mysterious, monstrous creature that stalks the night. Sheriff Bill Harding must rally the townsfolk and uncover the dark secret behind the creature before the gang and the beast consume their community.
Critical Reception
This low-budget Western-horror hybrid from 1959 is largely forgotten and received minimal critical attention during its release. It is primarily known among collectors of obscure genre films, often cited for its peculiar blend of Western tropes and rudimentary horror elements.
What Reviewers Say
A curious, albeit extremely obscure, attempt to meld Western action with monster movie elements.
Noted for its unique premise but hampered by its B-movie production values.
Often considered a cult curiosity rather than a significant genre entry.
Google audience: Audience reception is virtually non-existent due to the film's obscurity. It is rarely discussed or reviewed by the general public.
Fun Fact
The film is notable for its extremely limited distribution and is considered a highly sought-after rarity among collectors of obscure B-movies and early independent horror films.
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