It's A Small World
It's A Small World

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It's A Small World

1935
Movie
70 min
English

Socialite, privileged, Jane Dale and lawyer Bill Shevlin meet in an automobile accident at night, on a dirt road, in a storm, near a hick town which fleeces travelers through corrupt law enforcement.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: William C. McGannGenres: Drama, Western

Plot Summary

A young drifter, Skip, flees his past and ends up in a small Western town. He finds work at a ranch but soon becomes entangled with the law and local conflicts. He must confront his demons and make a choice that will determine his future in this harsh but potentially hopeful frontier.

Critical Reception

This early Western starring Spencer Tracy received moderate attention for its straightforward storytelling and Tracy's performance, though it is not considered one of his most prominent roles. It offered a typical blend of action and morality found in many films of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • A standard, if somewhat uninspired, Western narrative.

  • Spencer Tracy delivers a solid performance within the confines of the genre.

  • Features some typical Western action sequences for its time.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on the Warner Bros. ranch backlot, utilizing artificial sets to depict the Western landscape.

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