Hunted Men
Notorious racketeer Joe Albany kills James Flowers when he discovers he is embezzling from the club they own. Joe escapes through a window and hails a taxi, but when he gets nervous at the sound of sirens, he jumps out. Hardware salesman Peter Harris accidentally hits Joe with his car, and unharmed, Joe seizes this opportunity to hide in Peter's car. Peter is so drunk that Joe is able to con him into believing that he is Charles Edwards, a fellow hardware man who was with him at a convention, and in the guise of friendship, accompanies Peter to his suburban home. The next morning, Joe gets antsy and wants to leave, but Peter's family, his wife Mary, young son Robert and daughter Jane all entreat him to stay.
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Plot Summary
A tough detective goes undercover to infiltrate a gang of robbers operating in the West. As he gets closer to the gang's leader, he finds himself falling for the gang leader's sister, creating a dangerous conflict of loyalty. He must navigate this complex situation while trying to bring the criminals to justice.
Critical Reception
Hunted Men received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its gritty portrayal of the Wild West and the performances of its lead actors, others found the plot to be somewhat predictable and formulaic for its genre. Its moderate success at the box office reflected this general sentiment.
What Reviewers Say
- The film offers a standard Western narrative with elements of crime and suspense.
- Performances, particularly from Lloyd Nolan, are noted as a strong point.
- The plot adheres to familiar tropes of the era, offering little in the way of surprise.
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Fun Fact
The film was part of Paramount Pictures' output of B-movies, which were typically lower-budget films intended as a second feature on a double bill.
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