Scarlet River
Scarlet River

Scarlet River

1933Movie54 minEnglish

Unable to find open range near Hollywood, western actor Tom Baxter and his troop head to Judy Blake's ranch to shoot their film.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Clarence BrownGenres: Western, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

In the rugged West, a young woman named Nan (Clara Bow) finds herself in a precarious situation after her father's death. She is forced to marry the wealthy but unlikable rancher, Jedediah Johnson. However, Nan soon falls for the charming cowboy, Johnny. As tensions rise between the two men and Nan is caught in the middle, she must make a choice that will determine her future.

Critical Reception

Scarlet River was a moderate success upon its release, praised for its performances, particularly Clara Bow's, and its picturesque cinematography capturing the Western landscape. However, some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable for the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Clara Bow's energetic performance anchors the film.
  • The Western setting is beautifully captured.
  • The romantic triangle plot is a familiar, if somewhat formulaic, element.

Google audience: Audience reception data for Scarlet River is not readily available.

Fun Fact

Scarlet River was one of Clara Bow's final films before she retired from Hollywood at a young age.

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