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Gun Justice
Wanting the Lance ranch, Burkett kills Lance and brings in an imposter to pose as the heir Ken Lance. Ken learns of the plan, captures the imposter, and arrives posing as himself. In an ensuing gunfight a man is killed and Ken is in trouble when not only is he accused of the murder, but the imposter escapes and convinces the Sheriff he's the real Ken Lance.
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Plot Summary
A tough rancher battles a corrupt land baron who is trying to force settlers off their land. He teams up with a former lawman to bring the villain to justice, facing down hired guns and treacherous dealings along the way. The story culminates in a climactic showdown where good ultimately triumphs over evil.
Critical Reception
As a B-Western from the early 1930s, 'Gun Justice' was a modest entry in the genre, typical of the era's straightforward cowboy tales. It offered standard Western action and predictable plotting, largely appealing to its core audience with its familiar archetypes and heroic lead. Critical reviews at the time were generally favorable for its entertainment value, though not particularly noteworthy for innovation.
What Reviewers Say
A standard, action-packed Western adventure.
Features a classic good-versus-evil narrative.
Reliable entertainment for fans of the genre.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Gun Justice' is not readily available through public channels.
Fun Fact
Ken Maynard, one of the stars of 'Gun Justice', was a major Western film star in the late 1920s and 1930s, known for his distinctive riding style and charismatic on-screen presence.
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