Texas Gun Fighter
Bill Dane and Banty quit Kell's outlaw gang. When Dane prevents Kell and his men from getting a bullion shipment, he is made Sheriff. Learning Dane is Sheriff, Kell and gang return, force Dane to give them the bullion, and make Dane a prisoner. Escaping, Dane trails the gang and engages them in a gunfight while his horse Tarzan goes for help.
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Plot Summary
A skilled but down-on-his-luck cowboy named Buddy returns to his hometown after a stint in prison. He quickly discovers that the town is under the thumb of a ruthless land grabber who has driven most of the residents off their property. Buddy must use his quick draw and strong sense of justice to fight back against the villain and restore peace to the community.
Critical Reception
As a classic B-Western from the early 1930s, 'Texas Gun Fighter' is generally viewed as a standard, if somewhat predictable, entry in the genre. It offers straightforward action and familiar Western tropes that appealed to audiences of the era. While not critically lauded by modern standards, it's appreciated for its historical place in Western cinema and its star, Hoot Gibson.
What Reviewers Say
- A typical Hoot Gibson Western with plenty of action.
- Relies on familiar Western plot elements of a wronged hero fighting corrupt forces.
- Offers a straightforward narrative suitable for fans of early Westerns.
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Fun Fact
Hoot Gibson, a popular Western star of the silent and early sound eras, performed many of his own stunts in films like 'Texas Gun Fighter'.
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