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The Law Rides Again
When a band of American Indians breaks a treaty with the federal government, U.S. Marshals Ken Maynard and Hoot Gibson hit the trail with captured outlaw Duke Dillon (Jack La Rue) to find out what sparked the uprising. They discover clues that point to corrupt Indian agent John Hampton (Kenneth Harlan), but meanwhile, the bandit Dillon pulls a fast one on the marshals, and soon everybody's getting ready for a showdown.
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Plot Summary
A lone rider arrives in a dusty town with a secret, and soon becomes embroiled in a feud between cattle ranchers and homesteaders. He tries to bring peace but finds himself in the middle of a violent conflict. The truth about his past and his motives are slowly revealed as the situation escalates.
Critical Reception
The Law Rides Again was a moderately received Western for its time, appreciated for its straightforward storytelling and the presence of veteran actors. While not a groundbreaking film, it offered standard genre entertainment that appealed to its audience.
What Reviewers Say
Features a classic Western showdown with clear moral lines.
The performances, particularly from Richard Dix, anchor the narrative.
A competent, if unexceptional, entry in the Western genre.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this older film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Lone Pine, California, a popular filming site for many Westerns due to its dramatic scenery, including Mount Whitney.
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