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Shotgun
In a small western town our hero Durango delivers his prisoner to the jailhouse and then goes to the local saloon where the lady saloon owner Joanne has eyes only for him. But Durango only has eyes for his bride-to-be Lucy. Four masked men attack Lucy's father's farm and steal Lucy's dowry. They kill Lucy and her parents after the father strips the face mask from one of the bandits. A pocket watch is stripped from one of the bandits by Lucy's father and this is the only clue that Durango will have to revenge his love... With Joanne's help can Durango avenge himself?
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Plot Summary
A former outlaw, living a peaceful life as a rancher, is drawn back into violence when his wife is kidnapped by a gang seeking revenge. He must confront his past and use his formidable skills to rescue her and protect his newfound life. The film is a gritty tale of redemption and the lingering consequences of a life of crime.
Critical Reception
Shotgun received a mixed reception upon its release, often overlooked due to its direct-to-video distribution in many markets. While some critics praised its straightforward Western narrative and earnest performances, others found its pacing uneven and its plot predictable. It has since gained a minor cult following among fans of revisionist Westerns.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic Western feel and Scott Brady's stoic performance.
Criticized for a familiar plot and occasional slow pacing.
A solid, if unremarkable, entry into the late-era Western genre.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Shotgun' is difficult to gauge due to its limited release. Where reviews exist, they tend to highlight the film's traditional Western elements and effective action sequences, while some viewers found it to be a bit dated.
Fun Fact
Richard Rush, the director, also wrote and produced 'Shotgun', marking an early example of his independent filmmaking approach.
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