Scalplock
Scalplock

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Scalplock

1966
Movie
95 min
English

This Western is a pilot for the series "The Iron Horse," in which a dapper frontier gambler wins a railroad line in a poker game and has his hands full holding it from the clutches of various conniving bad guys.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Jack M. JohnsonGenres: Western

Plot Summary

In the rugged American West, a ruthless cattle baron named Jedediah Cole schemes to drive out small ranchers and consolidate his power. He employs brutal tactics and hired guns to achieve his goals. However, a former associate, Marshal Flint, returns to town with a mission to bring Cole to justice and protect the innocent settlers.

Critical Reception

Scalplock is a relatively obscure Western film that received a limited release and minimal critical attention upon its debut. It is generally considered a minor entry in the genre, characterized by its straightforward plot and predictable narrative. While it features some standard Western tropes, it did not achieve significant critical acclaim or widespread audience recognition.

What Reviewers Say

  • A standard, no-frills Western with a predictable good-versus-evil narrative.

  • Features competent direction and acting for its budget, but lacks originality.

  • The plot is somewhat thin and relies on familiar Western clichés.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for Scalplock is not readily available, suggesting limited audience engagement or discussion.

Fun Fact

Despite being a Western, "Scalplock" was filmed in Spain, utilizing its landscapes to double for the American West, a common practice for low-budget productions of the era seeking cost-effective locations.

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