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Guns on the Clackamas
Nigel Nado, the notable documentary filmmaker, is trying to make a movie about some people trying to make a movie. But everything is going wrong. The subject of his documentary, the western 'Guns on the Clackamas' is plagued with problems. The lead actress has a severe stutter. And since she also happens to be the Executive Producer's mistress, there's not much that can be done to remedy the situation. Unsuccessful in turning the movie into a yodeling extravaganza, they decide to fire the actress. This results in having her irate beau pull the plug on the film's financing. The beginning of the end is marked by cast members dropping like flies due to any number of reasons. Bad macaroni salad. Bad chili. Bad caterer. A camera dolly runs over a crew member, severing some key limb or another. Then since no cast member has survived, and the film's producers can't hire replacements, the 'Guns on Clackamas' makers must resort to solutions at once startling and hilarious.
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Plot Summary
In the rugged terrain of the Pacific Northwest, two brothers find themselves on opposite sides of the law during a turbulent gold rush era. When a valuable gold claim is stolen, they must confront outlaws and their own fractured loyalties. The conflict escalates, forcing them to decide where their allegiances truly lie amidst the chaos and danger of the frontier.
Critical Reception
Guns on the Clackamas is a lesser-known independent Western that received a limited release. Reviews were generally mixed, with some appreciating its attempt at a classic Western feel and others finding it lacking in originality and depth. The film is often cited for its scenic Oregonian locations but is not widely considered a standout in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its scenic beauty and classic Western elements.
Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
Seen as a competent, albeit unremarkable, entry into the Western genre.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but available comments suggest a mixed response, with some viewers enjoying the straightforward Western narrative and others finding it to be a derivative film.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Oregon, utilizing the state's rugged natural landscapes to evoke the spirit of the Old West.
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