Run Home Slow
Run Home Slow

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Run Home Slow

1965
Movie
75 min
English

Rugged cowgirl, Nell Hagen sets out to retaliate for the hanging of her father Judd, who ruled their valley with an iron fist before the natives revolted. She is accompanied by her brothers, Ritt and Kirby, a hump-backed half-wit, and their sensuous cousin Julie Ann. The family then robs a bank, kills two tellers, enacts their revenge before heading for the border where their own family drama gets really mean and nasty.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Richard P. McDonaghGenres: Drama, Western

Plot Summary

A young drifter named Jake comes to a small town and becomes involved with a saloon owner and a local beauty. He gets caught in a web of deceit and violence as he tries to find his place in the world. The film explores themes of redemption and the struggle for survival in a harsh environment.

Critical Reception

Run Home Slow received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. While some appreciated its attempt at a more serious Western narrative, many critics found the pacing slow and the plot underdeveloped. Audience reception was also lukewarm, contributing to its relative obscurity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticisms often pointed to a lack of compelling character development.

  • Some viewers found the narrative arc predictable and uninspired.

  • The film's visual style was occasionally praised but not enough to elevate the overall experience.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in the rugged desert landscapes of Arizona, contributing to its authentic Western atmosphere, but it struggled to gain significant distribution or critical attention despite its cast.

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