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The Robber Symphony
A bag of loot is stashed in a piano that belongs to a family of traveling entertainers. A gang of robbers tries to get the loot back, and though they kddnap two members of the troop, the third, a young boy, has run off with the piano.
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Plot Summary
A notorious outlaw band, tired of their criminal lifestyle, decides to reform and open a successful ranch. However, their past catches up to them when a former associate tries to blackmail them. The band must use their musical talents and courage to overcome this new threat and protect their newfound peace.
Critical Reception
The Robber Symphony is a unique blend of Western and musical comedy, notable for its early integration of music within a traditional Western narrative. While not a critical darling, it was generally seen as an entertaining and lighthearted film, particularly for its time, appreciated for its novelty and Gene Autry's charm.
What Reviewers Say
An amusing and lighthearted Western musical.
Gene Autry's performance is a highlight.
The integration of musical numbers into the Western plot is innovative for its era.
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Fun Fact
The film is notable for being one of the earliest examples of a Western musical where the outlaw characters themselves are the primary singers and musicians.
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